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Official page of Gulf State Park, located in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Gulf State Park offers a 496-site improved campground with 11 modern bathhouses.
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The campground offers: pull-thru sites, back-in sites, water front campsites, and ADA accessible sites. All sites have water, sewer and electric (20,30, & 50 amp). All sites have a picnic table and pedestal grill. There is a laundry facility located beside the camp store to accommodate our guests. There are two playgrounds located in the campground. The park also features an amazing nature center with scheduled weekly events that specialize in educating the public on the local flora and fauna. Trails and Picnic Areas: Sunrise to Sunset

Offices: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

10/29/2026

Winter Monthly Camping Applications: A New, Easier Way to Apply!

Here’s what you need to know.

• Visit www.alapark.com/SnowbirdsMigrateSouth to review the process and familiarize yourself with the application before it opens.

• Apply through our reservation system at https://tinyurl.com/ReserveGulf beginning at 8:00 a.m. on November 2, 2026.

• All required fields must be completed, and the Policies box must be checked before the Reserve button appears.

• The application will display $0.00, but don't worry! There is no application fee. We will provide payment details for approved campsites during the reservation confirmation process.

• Applications will still be processed first-come, first-served based on the timestamp of your application submission.

We appreciate your patience as we work to make planning your 2027–2028 winter stay with us even better!

10/20/2026

MORE SITES! MORE OPPORTUNITY! Winter Camping Applications open November 2, 2026. Learn more at https://www.alapark.com/SnowbirdsMigrateSouth

As Gulf Coast destinations grow in popularity, Gulf State Park is offering something special this winter: increased site availability and competitive monthly rates at both Campground South and our new RV Resort.

Whether you're a returning snowbird or joining us for the first time, don’t miss your chance to trade the winter chill for sunshine and make us your winter home away from home!

10/12/2026

We are excited to announce that the Gulf State Park Fishing Pier will reopen tomorrow, Monday, October 12, at 6 a.m.!

10/10/2026

We are pleased to announce that Gulf State Park will reopen today at 2 p.m.!

While the main park areas, beaches, and trails open at 2 p.m., certain park facilities remain temporarily CLOSED as safety and maintenance crews continue their work, including the Fishing Pier and Campground Pools.

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The Lodge at Gulf State Park is OPEN and currently accepting room reservations. (Note: Dining and restaurant service at The Lodge is currently operating on a limited schedule/capacity).

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Our teams are working hard to restore full service across all amenities. Please honor all posted signage, barricades, and restricted areas for your safety.

Thank you for your patience as we welcome you back! Follow our page for further operational updates.

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For Reservation Questions:

• Cabins & Cottages: 251-923-3900
• The Lodge at Gulf State Park: 251-540-4000
• General Park Info & Camping: 251-948-7275

10/10/2026

UPDATE: Gulf State Park is open and operating as normal.

Gulf State Park is closed to the public until further notice, including all beaches, boardwalks, and trails.

We have noticed the public accessing the beach and trail systems. However, our staff has not yet completed required safety assessments, and hazardous conditions may exist. For your safety and our emergency response team's safety, please stay off park grounds and off the beaches until we officially clear all areas.

Our team is working diligently to inspect, clean, and restore the park so we can safely reopen as soon as possible.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation. Please check back here on our official page for reopening updates. Stay safe!

10/08/2026

UPDATE: This notice has expired.

Gulf State Park Guests. Please take note of the Mandatory Evacuation.

As Hurricane Isaias approaches, Governor Kay Ivey has issued a Supplemental State of Emergency declaring a mandatory evacuation for non-residents, tourists, and visitors in coastal areas, effective today, October 8, 2026, at 2:30 PM CDT.

🚨Mandatory Evacuation Areas:
Baldwin County: All locations south of the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway (including Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, which includes Gulf State Park).

Mobile County: All of Zone 1 (including Dauphin Island and portions of Bayou La Batre).

Meaher State Park Update:
Although Meaher State Park is not in the mandatory evacuation areas identified in the order, anticipated storm conditions may affect park operations and guest access. Check 👉 https://www.alapark.com/Isaias for updates.

⛺Alabama State Parks Welcome Evacuees:
If you are seeking refuge from the storm, reservations are available for evacuees at our north Alabama State Parks. Accommodations and campsites are available to provide safe shelter during this emergency. For state park availability and reservations, visit alapark.com.

Please exercise caution, follow local emergency management guidance and stay safe.

For official weather updates, monitor the Alabama Emergency Management Agency.

10/08/2026

The Gulf State Park Pier has been prepped for the incoming weather. We have removed 91 panels from the pier to let water move through the openings and reduce stress on the main structure.

A big thank you to both Gulf State Park staff and Valor staff who worked together to remove and move the panels and educational signs as part of the preparation.

10/07/2026

The Gulf State Park pier will close at 1:00 p.m. today for storm-related preparations. Park staff will assess the pier Monday morning, October 12, and announce a reopening date shortly after.

09/28/2026

Join us for a hauntingly good evening on the trail! Our brand-new Spooky Walk will take you along the Halloween-themed Pendergrass Trail for trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt and plenty of family-friendly surprises. Best of all, costumes (non-scary) are encouraged!

Please register online at https://reserve.alapark.com/register/spook-walk-2026 so we can be sure to have plenty of candy. We can’t wait to see you!

09/23/2026

The pier will be closed to sightseeing and fishing from 7:30 a.m. to noon on September 26 for the Salty Kidz Fishing Rodeo. We look forward to seeing everyone back out on the pier after that time!

Address

20115 State Park Road
Gulf Shores, AL
36542

Telephone

(251) 948-7275

Website

https://www.alapark.com/parks/gulf-state-park

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