Gulf Shores State Park

State park Gulf Shores, Alabama, United States
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What to expect

Gulf State Park is a 6,150-acre public recreation area located in Gulf Shores, Alabama. The park features 2.5 miles of white sand beaches, a modern campground, and nature trails, as well as fresh and saltwater fishing and swimming. Visitors can also enjoy the park's lodge, cottages, and campsites for both RVs and tents. The park is home to three spring-fed, fresh-water lakes: Lake Shelby, Middle Lake, and Little Lake, and offers a variety of activities such as hiking, biking, fishing, exploring, geocaching, and paddling. The park also has a nature center, a beach pavilion, and a fishing pier, making it a great destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts

Plan your family visit to the Gulf Shores State Park with these blog insights 👇

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Take Your Kids To The Gorgeous Beaches In Gulf Shores, Alabama

Take Your Kids To The Gorgeous Beaches In Gulf Shores, Alabama
This family's experience:

Activities: We went on a bike ride through the park, enjoying the paved, dirt, and boardwalk trails. We also saw some water birds and alligators from the boardwalks

Highlights: The kids loved riding bikes on the trails, and the park was a great place for a picnic lunch ✨