Originally Posted by Jonesee

I personally wouldn't take 90 to Biloxi. But if you want a distraction, the casions at Biloxi are only 10 minutes south of the interstate.

Mobile is a great old southern city, but one of those cities that you need to see with a local to really enjoy it. If I were passing through like you, I think there are others places that would provide more bang for your buck (or time spent). If you hit Mobile and are hungry, drop down to the causeway across Mobile Bay and hit The Original Oyster House. Fresh local seafood. A great place to eat. Ever have fried shrimp with the head still on? You will there.

Earlier someone recommended the ferry at Fort Morgan. I've been on it and it is a good time. Pull your bike on and stay with it on deck as they take you across. You can bring a 6 pack of your favorte beverage or a lunch with you and eat it on the ferry while crossing. I would call ahead and get the times to see if it fits your schedule. It also drops you off down on the gulf coast to continue your trip.

Apalachicola and east along the coast is just a step back in time to old Florida. It isn't palm trees and population. Just the opposite. Very few people and even fewer palm trees. That route is small towns, live oaks and pine trees. I think it is worth it. Your alternative is I-10 and that is pounding away 350 miles at 80 mph on a straight flat interstate with nothing to see but pine trees.

Given the time you have I would take the coastal route.

Originally Posted by Jonesee

I personally wouldn't take 90 to Biloxi. But if you want a distraction, the casions at Biloxi are only 10 minutes south of the interstate.

Mobile is a great old southern city, but one of those cities that you need to see with a local to really enjoy it. If I were passing through like you, I think there are others places that would provide more bang for your buck (or time spent). If you hit Mobile and are hungry, drop down to the causeway across Mobile Bay and hit The Original Oyster House. Fresh local seafood. A great place to eat. Ever have fried shrimp with the head still on? You will there.

Earlier someone recommended the ferry at Fort Morgan. I've been on it and it is a good time. Pull your bike on and stay with it on deck as they take you across. You can bring a 6 pack of your favorte beverage or a lunch with you and eat it on the ferry while crossing. I would call ahead and get the times to see if it fits your schedule. It also drops you off down on the gulf coast to continue your trip.

Apalachicola and east along the coast is just a step back in time to old Florida. It isn't palm trees and population. Just the opposite. Very few people and even fewer palm trees. That route is small towns, live oaks and pine trees. I think it is worth it. Your alternative is I-10 and that is pounding away 350 miles at 80 mph on a straight flat interstate with nothing to see but pine trees.

Given the time you have I would take the coastal route.

Originally Posted by Scarz

I agree with everything Jonsee said, but in addition I would add that soon after passing Sandestin take a right off 98 onto Hwy 30A (it meets up again with 98), but it will take you along the coast and past Seaside. A nice ride if your not in a hurry.

Originally Posted by Iron Butt Pete

Thanks Jonesee, do you know any routes I should take leaving N.O. to Mobile that is a nice ride?

Originally Posted by jamie140

Jump off I-10 and visit Defuniak Springs. Walk around Defuniak Lake. Old Florida at its best.

Originally Posted by Jonesee

It is such a short run, I've always just jumped on I-10 and hauled azz out of Louisiana and through Mississippi. There may some great roads through there, but I've never tried anything but the highway.

Originally Posted by Iron Butt Pete

Thanks again Jonesee. If I end up finding a cool road I'll let you know! Lol You definitely peeked my interest in Apalacola.

Originally Posted by Jonesee

Your alternative is I-10 and that is pounding away 350 miles at 80 mph on a straight flat interstate with nothing to see but pine trees.

Given the time you have I would take the coastal route.