The best things to do in Orange Beach

“When you need a low-key weeknight reset, Beachside Mini Golf turns putt-putt into a mini Gulf Coast adventure with a 50-foot lighthouse, a charter fishing boat, and a tropical waterfall. Cap it off by sifting for real gemstones and fossils at the Mining Discovery Zone, because who doesn't love bonus treasure?”

From the Orange Beach newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Chasing a personal best or just fresh air, Lost Key Golf Club is an 18-hole, par 71 Arnold Palmer Championship public course with Sea Dwarf Paspalum from tee to green and five sets of tees. It was Florida’s first course certified as an Audubon International Silver Signature Sanctuary.”

From the Pensacola newsletter, August 17, 2026

“Two distinct loops, Cotton Creek and Cypress Bend, plus easy online tee times make Craft Farms Golf Club an obvious yes when you need a quick midweek reset. Book a lesson, then toast the small wins at the Clubhouse Bar and Grill or wander the Golf Shop for that miraculous new wedge.”

From the Orange Beach newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Jurassic Golf is an indoor, glow-in-the-dark 18-hole course that turns rainy days and steamy afternoons into goofy, dino-filled bragging rights. Grab the fam or your friends for glowing fairways and prehistoric challenges, plus just enough chaotic dino energy to guarantee a rematch.”

From the Orange Beach newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Make a quick hop to Gulf Shores for a low-stress night at Shrimpy's Grill and Golf, where a newly renovated 18-hole Fishing Village course sets the vibe and the grill takes care of the post-putt cravings. Bring friends, chase a few birdies, then meet the largest shrimp in the Southeast.”

From the Orange Beach newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Adventure-themed miniature golf courses with pirate ships, waterfalls & tropical surrounds.”

“This week, let Crystal Waters River, the North Shore wave pool, and those high-speed slides at Waterville USA/Escape House hit the reset. Then go dryer-side for Waterville 500 go-karts, 36-hole mini golf, or rally the crew for The Great Mysto escape room.”

From the Orange Beach newsletter, August 26, 2026