Bamahenge is a fun roadside attraction in Elberta, Alabama, near Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. This fun roadside is a great free thing to do on the Gulf Coast.
Bamahenge
Located near Barber Marina is the Alabama version of Stonehenge in England. Located a short walk from the parking area is a fun family-friendly roadside attraction.
Built with fiberglass, they almost called it fiberhenge or even foamhenge but finally landed on Bamahenge.
Bamahenge was built by Virginia artist Mark Cline at his Enchanted Castle Studios for Alabama billionaire George Barber. Mr. Barber originally wanted the sculpture to be placed at the Vintage Motorsports Museum outside of Birmingham.
Over time it was decided to place the replica of Stonehenge sculpture near Barber Marina in Elberta, Alabama.
Today you can enjoy the 21 foot tall sculpture that stretches 104 feet across.
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When you visit, make sure to put on insect spray. We found that there were quite a few bugs during our visit.
There is a short dirt walkway leading to the field where Bamahenge was placed.
There is a sign near the replica that talks about how Bamahenge compares to the original Stonehenge.
While this is not a complete full-size replica, it does have the same astrological alignment as the original.
On the morning of summer solstice, the first day of summer, if you stand within the stone circle looked to the east through the entrance you would see the sun rise.
Why you will love Bamahenge
- Fun roadside attraction
- Great Instagram photo spot
- Great free thing to do
- Fun for the whole family
- Unique day trip from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach
- Unique attraction in Baldwin County
Other sites to see near Barber Marina
The sprawling Barber Marina Property is filled with fun art and roadside attractions. You can check out the replica Stonehenge, life-size dinosaurs, and so much more.
Make sure to plan time to explore the entire property.
Lady in the Lake Alabama - Floating in the marina is an amazing Lady in the Lake sculpture. This 50-foot fiberglass woman is not what you expect to see floating in the water. Also called country girl skinny dipping don't worry you can only see a woman's head and knees out of the water.
Knights in the Woods - There are knights in the woods near Barber Marina. When we went to find them they were pretty obscured by tree growth.
Dinosaurs in the Woods - T-rex, brontosaurus, stegosaurus, and triceratops can be found in the woods near Barber Marina. Keep an eye out for dinos at the edge of the woods as you drive the main road. The fiberglass dinosaurs are large fiberglass pieces!
Giant Spider - Randomly, there is a giant steel spider sculpture near the parking area for The Lady in the Lake.
Neptune's Fountain - This gorgeous authentic Italian Renaissance fountain can be seen in the middle of the traffic circle as you drive towards the marina.
Also look for four bronze Atlantean sea horses, Chinese Terra Cotta Warriors, Corinthian columns, a large sundial, and so much more.
When driving down the main road look for this gravel parking lot right. There isn't a sign that designates that you have reached Bamahenge. The only indicator is this parking lot and seeing the trail behind it.
Things to know when planning a visit to Bamahenge
Address - On Barber Parkway Near Barber Marina in Elberta, Alabama
Near Josephine, Alabama
Drive US Hwy 98 either eight miles east of Foley, AL, or 21 miles west of downtown Pensacola, FL. Turn south onto County Road 95. Drive five miles. Turn right onto Fish Trap Rd. Drive a half-mile.
Turn left at the Barber Marina sign. Drive one mile down the Marina Entrance Road. You'll see Bamahenge on the right, set back among the trees. Park in the gravel parking lot, the path goes 200 yards into the woods.
Phone - NA
Hours - Open 24/7
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There is a rock/dirt path leading to a grassy field with Bamahenge. It is bumpy in the grass area
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual with bug spray
Pets - Pets should be on a leash and cleaned up after.
Parking - There is a small parking area near the trail to Bamahenge
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