Gulf State Park Campground
Open year-round. Office hours are 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM daily. Check-in is at 2:00 PM, check-out at 11:00 AM. Reservations available online at reserve.alapark.com/gulf. Late arrivals receive an email with gate code for after-hours entry.
High Surf Warning issued July 22 at 11:21PM CDT until July 23 at 3:00PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...In Alabama, Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal Counties. In Florida, Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and Okaloosa Coastal Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until 3 PM CDT Thursday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 AM CDT Thursday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Rip Current Statement issued July 22 at 11:21PM CDT until July 24 at 6:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...In Alabama, Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal Counties. In Florida, Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and Okaloosa Coastal Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until 3 PM CDT Thursday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 AM CDT Thursday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Tropical Cyclone Local Statement issued July 22 at 10:01PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
HLSMOB This product covers portions of southwest Alabama...northwest Florida...south central Alabama...and inland southeast Mississippi. **Tropical Storm Warnings have been canceled for our local area** NEW INFORMATION --------------- * CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - All watches and warnings have been canceled * CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - None * STORM INFORMATION: - About 200 miles west-southwest of Mobile AL - 29.4N 91.1W - Storm Intensity 45 mph - Movement West or 260 degrees at 12 mph SITUATION OVERVIEW ------------------ All warnings have ended for our local area. POTENTIAL IMPACTS ----------------- * WIND: Little to no impacts are anticipated at this time across portions of southwest Alabama...northwest Florida...south central Alabama...and inland southeast Mississippi.. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS ---------------------------------- * EVACUATIONS: None. * OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION: None. * ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION: - For the latest detailed evacuation and shelter information...please refer to your local emergency management agency at the phone number or website listed below. - Coastal Alabama: - Baldwin County: 251-972-6807 or www.baldwincountyal.gov/departments/EMA - Mobile County: 251-460-8000 or mobilecountyema.gov - Northwest Florida: - Escambia County: 850-471-6400 or myescambia.com/beready - Santa Rosa County: 850-983-5360 www.santarosa.fl.gov/emergency - Okaloosa County: 850-651-7150 or myokaloosa.com/emergency-management - For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov - For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org NEXT UPDATE ----------- As it pertains to this event...this will be the last local statement issued by the National Weather Service in Mobile AL regarding the effects of tropical cyclone hazards upon the area.
About
Gulf State Park Campground is located along the shore of Middle Lake in Gulf Shores, Alabama, just 1.5 miles from the white-sand beaches of the Gulf Coast. The main campground features 496 full-hookup improved campsites with paved pads ranging from 45 to 65 feet in length, accommodating both back-in and pull-through configurations. Eight primitive tent-only sites are also available for those seeking a simpler experience. Tents are welcome on all sites throughout the campground. The park's newer RV Resort offers 104 premium full-hookup sites with concrete patios, up to 50-amp electric service, fire pits, and pedestal grills at each site. Resort guests enjoy exclusive amenities including a saltwater swimming pool with splash pad, clubhouse with kitchen facilities, pickleball courts, putting green, and playground. Modern bathhouses with private shower suites serve the resort area. The main campground features 11 air-conditioned bathhouses with handicap-accessible showers distributed throughout, along with laundry facilities. A camp store adjacent to the Nature Center stocks food, beverages, camping supplies, firewood, and Gulf State Park souvenirs. Additional amenities include a swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, horseshoe and volleyball courts, and direct access to 28 miles of paved trails connecting the park's natural areas. Wildlife is abundant, including alligators and snakes, so visitors should remain alert.
Directions
The campground is located at 20115 State Park Road, Gulf Shores, AL 36542.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | Yes |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 85ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 85ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| gulfcampstore.statepark@dcnr.alabama.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (251) 948-7275 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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