Orange Beach

27 03, 2019

An Introduction to Gulf State Park Through the Interpretive Center

By |2019-03-27T18:59:20+00:00March 27th, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

Baldwin County, Alabama is home to one of the most beautiful parks in our state: Gulf State Park. This park’s popularity brings in more than 2 million visitors a year to enjoy amenities such as the campgrounds, trails, nature center, and the beaches (of course!). In 2013, a multi-year facelift, The Gulf State Enhancement Project, began on the park. The goal is to make the park more accessible to visitors as well as expand its impact on the environment and [...]

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19 02, 2019

Let the good times roll GREEN this Mardi Gras

By |2019-02-19T17:45:01+00:00February 19th, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

Get your catching arms ready for Mardi Gras on the Gulf Coast! Some fantastic family-friendly Mardi Gras parades are on the schedule for Orange Beach and Gulf Shores. We all love to join in the revelry, but Mardi Gras can provide challenges to keep our beaches and roadways clean. Below are some things you can do to help Leave Only Footprints this carnival season. Do not leave any structures or lawn chairs after your departure from the parade route. Keep [...]

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7 11, 2018

Why fall is a great time to visit the beach

By |2018-11-07T14:23:17+00:00November 7th, 2018|Blog|0 Comments

The off-season is a great time to visit the Alabama coast, and fall is a favorite season for many. You’re going to encounter smaller crowds, both on the beach and in restaurants and shops. Kick back, relax and enjoy our beautiful area during a less congested time of year. Cooler temperatures make it ideal for walking on the beach, enjoying outdoor recreation on our nature trails, and casting a line. Highs average in the mid-70s and night temps typically only [...]

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29 10, 2018

Four steps to a successful fall fishing trip

By |2018-10-29T19:07:14+00:00October 29th, 2018|Blog|0 Comments

Ready for a fishing trip to the Alabama coast? Of course, you are! We’ve got a few tips to make your trip a successful one. 1.) Have a fishing license. Don’t have one yet? The Gulf State Park pier makes them available for purchase. Or come prepared by buying it online before your trip. A license can be purchased for a week, a day trip or a year. If you are taking a charter fishing trip, the license is likely [...]

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17 10, 2018

Why is the sand on Alabama’s beaches so white?

By |2018-10-17T13:31:36+00:00October 17th, 2018|Blog|1 Comment

When you sink your toes in the sand on Alabama beaches do you marvel at how soft and white it is? “Sugar-white sand” is a common way visitors describe our beaches, and we’re proud of those spectacular shorelines. Just take a quick look at tripadvisor.com reviews of our beaches to see what we mean: “Nice white sand that doesn't ever seem to get hot.” “Great day and the water was perfect, greenish blue with white sand.” “Right at the end [...]

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5 10, 2018

Don’t be a litterbug

By |2018-10-05T22:15:29+00:00October 5th, 2018|Blog|0 Comments

Ever toss a can or bottle off a boat? Drop a cigarette stub in the sand? Leave a food wrapper or plastic bag to blow away? Alabama beaches are beautiful, but they are not immune to the effects of debris and litter. Think your little bit of trash doesn’t matter? On International Coastal Cleanup day in 2016, volunteers collected: 4 million pounds of trash on shorelines 41,000 pounds of underwater trash Top items collected were by far cigarette butts at [...]

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19 09, 2018

Fall beach festivities

By |2018-09-19T17:14:26+00:00September 19th, 2018|Blog|0 Comments

Summer is quickly fading and fall is just around the corner. That means it’s time to plan for all the exciting events that take place once the temperatures drop a little along the Alabama coast! One of the biggest activities of the fall is the annual National Shrimp Festival, set for Oct. 11-14 at the main beach in Gulf Shores. This is the 47th year for the event, which attracts 300,000 people each year, serves up thousands of pounds of [...]

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12 09, 2018

How to be a good neighbor to hatching sea turtles

By |2018-09-12T14:09:04+00:00September 12th, 2018|Blog|0 Comments

Did you know our Alabama beaches are a prime nesting ground for sea turtles? Unfortunately, with development along our coastline comes some dangers for these nesting turtles and for the hatchlings as they make their way to the water. But volunteers are on duty to help keep them safe. How does that work? Share the Beach was formed in 2005, and now comes under the umbrella of the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and The Alabama Coastal Foundation. The Share [...]

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18 07, 2018

Respect the animals you encounter at the beach

By |2018-07-18T14:04:49+00:00July 18th, 2018|Blog|0 Comments

While you enjoy visiting our beautiful shores, keep in mind that our beaches have local wildlife residents. Several species of wildlife make their homes in the sand, plants and dunes of our coast. Please do your part to keep their homes safe while you enjoy your time frolicking in the waves. Here are a few ways to do just that: Give nesting areas some space. Even if you don’t see birds, that doesn’t mean eggs and nests may not be [...]

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2 05, 2018

What to do when you see red beach flags

By |2019-08-01T11:14:44+00:00May 2nd, 2018|Blog|0 Comments

How do you know if it’s going to be a safe day for swimming at the beach? Actually, it’s pretty simple to find out. Call 251-968-TIDE (8433) or 251-981-SURF (7873) to check surf conditions in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. The beach warning flag system is color-coded. Just think of the flags as traffic signals. Of course, red means stop. If a red flag is flying, that indicates high surf with strong currents. It’s dangerous even for experienced swimmers. High [...]

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