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Alabama Point - Nice Sand and Water (Shells were sparse but we found some)

Alabama Point

4.7(18 reviews)
0.2 mi

Beautiful views, nice board walk, and a great covered pavilion area at the start. Great place for…read morephotos

Imagine this, you walk onto a beautiful white sand beach where waves of crystal clear water is…read morewashing across the shoreline and as far as the eye can see there are no other people in sight, the sun is out and the temps are in the low 80's this must be paradise or maybe a deserted island? This turned out to be quite the find especially in the off-season, it's rare to be able to enjoy such a place with an unobstructed view and isolation except for a few birds chasing sand crabs and bait fish. If you only focus on the beauty it hard to believe you're only a stone's throw from civilization. The only thing missing was a beach covered in beautiful shells and maybe a few well placed palm trees to add a little shade and some ambiance. Well there were some small shells and a slight breeze so I was happy happy happy to steal a line from Bob Ross, I think this is a scene he would of painted, maybe add a little "Yellow Ochre" and a touch of "Phthalo Blue" yeah I think those would complete the painting. There are a few amenities here, a restroom, a few pop machines and two extremely long board walks to get you from the parking lot to the sugar sand. I don't know if I've really ever experienced a perfect day I know I've been blessed to have had so many great ones but this is a bucket list place that I wasn't expecting. I think this is how everyday should be...

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Alabama Point - Amanda and Kelly at the Alabama Point Orange Beach Alabama

Amanda and Kelly at the Alabama Point Orange Beach Alabama

Alabama Point - October 17, 2025, Amanda and Kelly

October 17, 2025, Amanda and Kelly

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Cotton Bayou- A Gulf State Park beach area - Purple & Yellow Flags flying at the beach  09-09-2024

Cotton Bayou- A Gulf State Park beach area

5.0(3 reviews)
1.6 mi

This small beach area is found at the intersection of Highway 182 and Highway 161. Nestled between…read moresome of the most popular condominiums in the area. There's one wooden boardwalk that is approximately 100 feet long & then only another 100 feeto the shoreline. When you reach the end of the boardwalk, you are greeted by a large wooden turtle with a large wooden toy box. The turtle reads got a toy, leave a toy, need a toy, take a toy. So, if you forget sand pails, shovels, & other random tools for occupying the kids, it's there so they can create sand castle cities or to bury you in the sand for fun pics, very cool! Me & my honey go here regularly and find it normally less crowded than most other other beach access areas plus there's free parking, restrooms with showers and they have concessions like snow cones during the summer season. If you look to the right, you can see the beach for miles and miles if you look to the left you see the pier attached to the Four Seasons of Romar Beach.  One of the perks of staying at the hotel is having access to the pier for an even better view of the gulf wildlife that flies by or swims in water. The view is expansive, heck we could see the fireworks on July 4th all the way over in Florida and miles east past the big beach in Gulf Shores, majestic!! Restaurants nearby, for walking, include Cotton's (but they typically don't open until 4pm), Gilbey's Seafood & Steak.. There is also a Starbucks and Dairy Queen nearby if you are looking for something a little quicker. Bottom line: It's a nice piece of beach with most ammenities you need. Love it!!

What a treasure for hikers in the state of Florida. There are miles and miles of well maintained…read moretrails with multiple parking spots along the way. Some trails are concrete while others are wooden boardwalks so you are walking above the swamps. There are benches along the way and on one trail a playground with slides and a fort like structure. There are also bathrooms in some areas. Obviously it is Florida so all flat terrain. Some of the trails take you to the beach and others around a beautiful lake and campground. There were people around every time we hiked so felt pretty secure. There is also a resturant along the way but we did not make it there. Trails are for walkers and bikers so be cautious of the bicycles but almost all rides were courteous. I highly recommend taking a stroll or a bike ride in the park. There are bike rentals at the state park and if you stay there bikes are included.

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Gulf State Park Pier - Pier entrance from parking lot

Gulf State Park Pier

4.3(40 reviews)
6.9 mi

After spending an afternoon on the pier and walking it's length I'm updating my review with some…read morehistory. We've been coming here for over 30 years and there's been some serious changes and some big ones have happened just since we retired and became full time residents over 5 years ago. Here's a chronological history of the Gulf State Park Pier, including information about the construction, destruction, and rebuilding processes, estimated costs, and amenities: * 1930s: The Gulf State Park Pier was constructed along with other park facilities by members of the Civilian Conservation Corps under federal supervision. * 1968: The first saltwater pier was built, becoming a popular attraction in the park. * 1979: Hurricane Frederic destroyed the pier. * 1979-2004: The pier was rebuilt, providing fishing and recreational opportunities for visitors. * 2004: Hurricane Ivan damaged the rebuilt pier. * 2004-2009: The pier underwent reconstruction efforts. * 2009: The rebuilt pier reopened, featuring a length of approximately 1,080 feet and various amenities such as comfort stations and wheelchair-accessible rail fishing. * 2020: The pier was scheduled to reopen following a $2.4 million renovation that included an extension, making it 1,540 feet long with 2,448 feet of fishing space, it is the second longest pier on the Gulf of Mexico. However, Hurricane Sally direct hit Gulf Shores before the grand reopening, damaging a 200-foot section of the pier. * November 2023: The pier closed for a $13.6 million renovation project led by MD Thomas Construction to repair the damage caused by Hurricane Sally. * The Pier reopened to sightseers and anglers on Monday, Aug. 19, 2024 at 7am, as the renovation work that began in November 2023 was finally completed. Unfortunately, as of 9/23/24, the observation deck, though repaired, remains closed waiting for the elevator to be repaired or replaced to be ADA compliant. Ammenities include: * Pier office and bait shop open 6am-6pm. * Covered seating for concession area and an indoor retail shop with tackle and souvenirs. * Informative signs along the pier about native fish, birds, and other wildlife. * Comfort stations at the midpoint of the pier and wheelchair-accessible rail fishing. * Saltwater fishing permits sold on-site. * Bywater Beachside offers cocktails, refreshments, and some nice food options. Some of the special events include: * Reptile Romp: A fun and educational event that introduces visitors to various reptiles found in the area. * Radical Raptors: An event focused on learning about birds of prey and their importance in the local ecosystem. * Turtle Fest: A festival dedicated to sea turtles, where guests can learn about these fascinating creatures and the organizations working to protect them. * Park Pollinators: A program that highlights the role of pollinators in the park's ecosystem and how visitors can help support them. Fees: Parking: $10, all day Sightseeing (All Day) Adult - $2 Veteran - Free Children under 12 years - Free State Park Campground/Lodge Guests - Free Fishing (All Day) Adult - $9 Veteran - $6 Campground/Lodge Guest - $6 Children under 12 years - Free Weekly Fishing Permit - $41.00 Monthly Fishing Permit - $81.00 Six Month Fishing Permit - $161.00 Annual Fishing Permit - $321.00 Anglers must possess a valid fishing license. (residents 65+ annual license is free) Note: Veterans can obtain a parking sticker from the Gulf State Park office for free, the resident parking sticker is not honored here. Bottom line: Gulf State Park Pier is an iconic landmark in Gulf Shores, offering a wealth of recreational opportunities with a great view of the beaches and the Gulf.

Not much luck fishing but great pier. It has a sign at the front which tells you what fish are…read morebiting daily. They updated it every hour or so. Pier has restrooms, hoses , cutting boards, bait shops, tackle shops. Ice cream bars and a restaurant. Although it is 10 dollars per fisherman and 3 dollars for sightseeing to enter the pier, it is worth it. There is also an15 dollar parking fee but it comes with a fishing pass for a day.

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Gulf State Park Pier - Pier view to land

Pier view to land

Gulf State Park Pier - Bar 2

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Pass Park at Alabama Point - parks - Updated October 2026

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