Beach Walks in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Make time for a shoreline walk during your Gulf Shores or Orange Beach vacation.
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Make time for a shoreline walk during your Gulf Shores or Orange Beach vacation. Choose a public beach access, enjoy the changing coastal scenery, and keep your route suited to your group and the day’s conditions.
Places to Stretch Your Legs
Gulf State Park Beaches
Start at the Beach Pavilion in Gulf Shores or a park access in Orange Beach. The park’s beach access points give you several options for a walk along the shoreline.
Orange Beach Access Points
Romar Beach, Cotton Bayou, and Alabama Point are options for exploring a different stretch of coast. Review current parking information and use designated public access.
Fort Morgan Peninsula
Head along Fort Morgan Road for a change of scenery. Use established access points, respect private property, and leave time for a historic-site visit if you plan to explore Fort Morgan.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
Explore designated trails through coastal habitats, including dunes, wetlands, and maritime forest. Choose a route from the refuge’s current trail information and follow posted rules.
Keep the Walk Comfortable
Bring water and sun protection, check the weather, and stay on marked paths around dunes and protected habitat. Review Gulf State Park beach access information and Bon Secour trail details before choosing your route.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can we start a beach walk?
Gulf State Park’s Beach Pavilion and its Orange Beach access points offer several starting options.
Can we walk through the dunes?
Use designated paths and boardwalks to protect the dunes and coastal habitat.
Are all refuge trails shoreline walks?
No. Bon Secour trails pass through several habitats. Review the trail description before setting out.
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