Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail

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Park

Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail

Type

Trail

Location

Gulf Shores, Alabama

Coordinates

30.2742, -87.6411

Trail miles

28

Leash required

Yes

Best for

Hikers, Hot-weather visits

Visitor rating

4.8 / 5 (2,810 reviews)

Vibe Score™

7.0 / 10 — Great vibes

Last verified

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• 💧
  Collapsible water bowl + 32oz bottle

  There's a water source on-site, but a portable bottle still wins for refills + cool-downs.

• 🥾
  30-ft training long line

  Long parks like this beg for a long line — distance freedom while still attached.

• 🗑️
  Compostable poop bags + clip dispenser

  Trail-tested compostable bags + a leash-clip holder you'll never forget.

🐕 Dog policy

28-mile paved trail system through Gulf State Park's 6 ecosystems. Leashed dogs welcome.

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