Gulf Shores Public Beach

Category: Public beach

Address: 101 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA

Phone: +12519682040

Opening hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

Maria Zeee

May 31, 2022

Wonderful place to watch people fishing and family hanging out on the pier. The view of the beach are fabulous. Most exciting thing was when the fisherman caught big Great Jacks and saw sharks.

mike martin

Apr 12, 2022

Sexy women everywhere. Beach very clean. Thong bikinis allowed. Volleyball nets. Seashells. Big ocean miles long with life guards on duty. Friendly environment. Alcohol not allowed on the beach. Lots of police. Will go back someday. I really enjoyed myself here.

Tessa Wilson

Apr 7, 2022

We visited for spring break and delighted to see that it was not crowded like we anticipated. The weather was 75-80⁰ during the day and 60⁰at night. It was warm enough for shorts and t- shirt daily then a light jacket at night. The Gulf was cool but enjoyable after warming up in the sun. The water had small waves that my 8 and 9 yr old girls had a blast with! Plenty of eateries close by to walk straight from the beach to a bite to eat! It is fun for all ages!

Harrison Staab (Harry)

Dec 27, 2021

Beautiful clean white sandy beach. Not as many sea shells as Cotton Bayou but how am I supposed to know what a reasonable amount of shells one should expect at any beach. What I'm trying to say is this was a nice beach and we had lots of fun spending the day building sand castles and running into the waves. I'm certain you will too!

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Questions & Answers

Is there close parking to the beach for handicapped?

Gary Thomas | Jun 8, 2019
marie Chavez | Jun 9, 2019

Yes

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Is the bad algae washing up on shore like it is in Mississippi.

Rob Kumpf | Jun 7, 2020
Tic Toc | Jun 8, 2020

No, we didn't have that problem when we were there last week. I do like the clearer water at Pensacola Beach though.

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Decent motels near the beach but they’re don’t have to be on the beach(might be to pricey)

Bree Fountain | Jun 7, 2020
Melba DeVault | Jun 8, 2020

Try Hotel Indigo ( across from the beach but has shuttle to and from pavilion)

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Can we have beverages on the beach?

Tewuna Smitherman | Jun 8, 2019
joey miles | Jun 9, 2019

No alcohol Yes

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Can u drive on the beach

John Oliver | Jun 8, 2018
Roger Pashby | Jun 9, 2018

No, only emergency vehicles. Do not know about Ft Morgan beaches.

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Is there a public shower

Robbie Bowen | Jun 8, 2019
jim hill | Jun 9, 2019

Along the beach there is a number of showers

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What is high temperature for today

Kim Luther | Jun 8, 2019
Tony Whaley | Jun 9, 2019

Low 80's

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Is there restaurants close walking distance from beach

Brady Pennington | Oct 10, 2021
Michael Handley | Oct 11, 2021

Yes there's places to eat all up and down the coast

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Is the beach open at night?

Olive Buchanan | Jun 7, 2021
SpecialK46 SpecialK46 | Jun 8, 2021

Yes

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Can you have dogs? I really hope to be able to but I’m not for sure and I don’t think so. Just to check. 🙂

ghost girl | Jun 7, 2020
Melba DeVault | Jun 8, 2020

No dogs allowed on the beach. If caught could get a fine.

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Are there chairs and umbrellas to rent on the public beaches?

A Google User | Jun 7, 2020
Terry Brown | Jun 8, 2020

Just depends where you are in the beach.

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Are dogs allowed on beach?

Marilyn McMartin | Jun 8, 2019
tiinkermama 74 | Jun 9, 2019

I'm not sure abt golf shores but they are allowed on dauphin island public beach

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are there a lot of shells on this beach

Karen Hawkins | Jun 8, 2019
Patricia Sloan | Jun 9, 2019

We found quite a few but they were small

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Are popup tents allowed?

Cece Cox | Jun 8, 2018
Joe Santifer | Jun 9, 2018

Yes but there are some restrictions "Tents and shelters larger than 7 feet by 7 feet and taller than 4 feet are not allowed on public beaches. Individual property owners may allow tents and shelters on private property north of the City of Gulf Shores pole markers provided."

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dogs on beaches?

Jay Lytle | Jun 8, 2018
jarek kosina | Jun 9, 2018

Dogs are not allowed on the beach

Is late March early April a good time to go swimming?

Ashley Slone | Feb 7, 2022
Bobby Earl Adams | Feb 8, 2022

Just depends on the weather.

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Is there chair rental at the Hangout public beach area?

Greg Appling | Sep 10, 2021
Tell76 | Sep 11, 2021

Yes where we was it was $15 for an hour or $45 for all day

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Looking to come for a day on the beach. Is there a lot of seaweed or jellyfish now?

Deana Mann | Aug 11, 2021
Rebecca Padin | Aug 12, 2021

There are some seaweed and algae.

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Is there a shade on gulf shores public beach?

Dawn Holley | Jul 12, 2021
Rebecca Hofsommer | Jul 13, 2021

Only if you bring your own or rent it.

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Can I bring a canopy? If so how will I know where to set it up?

Andrew Piazza | Jun 7, 2021
Linda Blair | Jun 8, 2021

Yes, where there is an empty space.

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Any covid restrictions at this time Nov 2020 ?

David Keith | Jun 7, 2021
Linda Hooker | Jun 8, 2021

We were there 3rd week of October, people were good about wearing masks when necessary and social distancing, even at the beach!

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Can you have a tent

Becky Gardner | Jun 7, 2021
Allan Dunson (Grumpy) | Jun 8, 2021

Yes you can have a tent but there is a flag, large and blue, that says tents. You must be behind that flag if your tent is over 7'x7'.

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Is there a place to stay for less than 100 per night. On or near the beach for 7/3 till 7/5.bed and breakfast, cottage, any suggestions

Angela Shrader | Jun 7, 2021
Kimberly Williams (KIM) | Jun 8, 2021

Ill send you a place to try...Call Meghan...she has an air bnb...269-1110...I think its $90/night

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It's there parking for a 26ft uhaul truck?

Penny Fulk | Jun 7, 2021
Kimberly Williams (KIM) | Jun 8, 2021

If you go to the end of 59 where it deadends into the beach road and turn right at the light...go down a short ways on the left and there's a huge pay parking lot right on the beach...i was just down there a couple of weeks ago and there seemed to be plenty of space to park most anything

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Is the beach open? What are the hours?

Tony Sanford | Jun 7, 2020
William Louis Humston III | Jun 8, 2020

Yes they are! Follow link below for updated information. https://www.google.com/search?ie=UTF-8&client=ms-android-hms-tmobile-us&source=android-browser&q=are+the+beaches+open+at+gulf+shores

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What is the weather today

Collette Sandora | Jun 7, 2020
Jane Biggs | Jun 8, 2020

Right now it is 66 and a little foggy

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Are there public restrooms?

Janet Polo Briceno | Jun 7, 2020
Jenny Lynn | Jun 8, 2020

Yes

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Is there beach chair & umbrella rental

Brenda Eidson | Jun 7, 2020
Howard Colbert | Jun 8, 2020

Yes 35 bucks all day til 5pm

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Is there a boardwalk with shops on it

Deborah Jeffries | Jun 7, 2020
Raven Hembree | Jun 8, 2020

They have a lot of shops

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Do you have to pay to get on the public beach

soul stealer (death angel) | Jun 7, 2020
Tiffany Reynolds | Jun 8, 2020

No you do not. And dont bring alcohol with you either it is banned something I wasnt aware of being from Florida. There are free public beach access points from Orange Beach all the way to Florida Perdido Key definitely worth checking out a few if you have time!!!

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Beach front hotels

Robert Travis | Jun 7, 2020
Layla Abram | Jun 8, 2020

Yes

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Any fish to see snorkeling?

Jeremy Wheeler | Jun 7, 2020
Lashun Bell | Jun 8, 2020

Is the beach open for this weekend and what is the weather

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Could someone please help me by posting an address of a private beach or anywhere legal to pitch a tent over night? Or if anyone knows someone with beach front property that would be willing to rent me a spot on the beach for a night or two?

j- lowe-84 | Jun 7, 2020
Celia Champion | Jun 8, 2020

Booking.com has info on camping areas

Is there anywhere on the beach to pitch a tent? Wanna take my family camping, and get my boys off of the Xbox. Lol I figure they would prefer the beach over the mountains where we live. Are there any private beaches that would allow it?

j- lowe-84 | Jun 7, 2020
Tracy Lenzini | Jun 8, 2020

No camping on the beach. There's condos and hotels. Camping is a couple miles inland. Most campers are RV's and RV setup. There is a campground on State Rt 6 that is about 5 miles inland.

Are the bath houses to rinse off sand

Jodie Brewer | Jun 7, 2020
Miriam Clarke | Jun 8, 2020

Yes. You can rinse of sand of of you or off of things you brought to the beach. Some have outdoor "showers" to rinse off at. Others have indoor ones so it's like a changing area too

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Can you fish here?

Sheldon Etie | Jun 7, 2020
Tammy Knight | Jun 8, 2020

Yes as long as you have an alabama salt water fishing license

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Can you park overnight?

Brandon Allison | Jun 8, 2019
Paul Gray | Jun 9, 2019

No, parking permits expire at 2am

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Can we tent out on beach ?

Briony Daigle | Jun 8, 2019
tj johnson | Jun 9, 2019

Not at night on the public beach, you would have to rent a spot or pitch up at the state park nearby

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Can you grill there?

Ozella Green | Jun 8, 2019
Larry Sutton | Jun 9, 2019

https://images.app.goo.gl/qUB5XxdnfJ91zTfB7, you can grille here just short way from the beach I know it's not the same but hope it helps

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Is there metal detecting allowed on the beach

John Whitaker | Jun 8, 2019
John Scarcliff | Jun 9, 2019

Yes

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Is there a boat ramp....

randy trant | Jun 8, 2019
robin shrader | Jun 9, 2019

I never saw one

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What color flag on the beach now

Wanda Fralick | Jun 8, 2019
Amone Alexander | Jun 9, 2019

Yellow

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Can you rent umbrellas and chairs?

Tabitha Marie | Jun 8, 2019
Larry Leeth | Jun 9, 2019

That I'm not sure, you asking that question makes me think I didn't see any for rent. Not 100% sure. I'll be there again in a few weeks I will check.

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How much does it cost to zip line

Patsy Best | Jun 8, 2019
andrew Deaton | Jun 9, 2019

I think it was 40 after using a coupon hotels have in discount mags.

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Do you have to pay?

Michelle Sanders | Jun 8, 2019
Jennifer Barber | Jun 9, 2019

You only have to pay to park at the big access places.. if you drive up the road there are several smaller access points that are free to park. Also there is parking across the road that is free.. you just have to cross the road to get to the beach...

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Are we allowed to Skinny Dip at night?

Ryan Harris | Jun 8, 2019
Ele Madalee | Jun 9, 2019

Sure... where will you be again??? 😆

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Will it be weather conditions Saturday for swimming on the beach

michael darby | Jun 8, 2018
Morgan Robichaud | Jun 9, 2018

I was there last weekend and the water was warmer than the beach temp, which was 70s but 60s with wind chill

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where is the nearest camp site to this location

tom gorman | May 8, 2022
Brad Williams | May 9, 2022

Gulf State Park

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I am an active senior with xx amount of cash and a low income. What kind of housing, people, atmosphere can i expect if I decided to move there.?

Marla Mitchell | May 8, 2022
Peter Alcorn | May 9, 2022

Mobile is an hour away. Its more affordable, has all the amenities of a large city and is near the beach with pleasant weather.

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What kind-of housing on or around around Beach area

Marla Mitchell | May 8, 2022
Lloyd Wells | May 9, 2022

Mostly condos on the beach side. More single-family homes on the canal side and on the mainland.

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How long is the boardwalk

janie haines | Apr 8, 2022
tiffanie french | Apr 9, 2022

There is several boardwalks If you get a chance I love walking on Fairhope pier

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Looking to relocate, is work scarce? Not picky, cleaning and such, hospitality..

M M | Sep 10, 2021
Lexie Crawford | Sep 11, 2021

Plenty. Tons.

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Is there rentals for beach wheelchairs?

Donna flowers | Sep 10, 2021
Enj Stewart | Sep 11, 2021

No and it's a pretty long walk in the sand to the water.

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Can you use smoke bombs on the beach for photography

Lexsie Butterfield | Aug 11, 2021
Kendrick Smith | Aug 12, 2021

No. But if u have money for bail, u can

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Are dogs welcome

Francy Burkett | Aug 11, 2021
Rebecca Padin | Aug 12, 2021

No pets allowed.

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Is there a fee

Vonda Carnegie | Aug 11, 2021
Jesse Ball | Aug 12, 2021

There are a few free parking areas, not many. You will mostly find beach parking with pay stations that take exact cash or credit. The machines I found did not dispense change.

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Where near by not too expensive to stay.

Lizlopez0306 Lopezhernandez (liz) | Jul 12, 2021
Jake Pruetting | Jul 13, 2021

    MORE $311 Beachside Resort Hotel

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Is there a dog friendly area

alveria williams | Jul 12, 2021
Wes Pridgen | Jul 13, 2021

Unfortunately a couple beside us were asked to leave because they had a dog. It was done in a nice manner by a lifeguard, but it also means dogs aren't allowed.

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Is pets allowed on the beach?

Alethia Perryman | Jun 7, 2021
Angela Faulkner | Jun 8, 2021

There was pets on the beach

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How much is the most exspencive house

BRYLEE POIRRIER | Jun 7, 2021
mike quesnel | Jun 8, 2021

Expensive?

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Where can my dog run and play on the beach near Gulf Shores?

Stephanie Mays | Jun 7, 2021
Jim Hutton | Jun 8, 2021

Fort Morgan

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is the beach open for walking and is parking free now

Larry Phillips | Jun 7, 2021
Amy NorrisTeam | Jun 8, 2021

https://www.gulfshoresal.gov/1139/Beach-Parking

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Is the beach open now, from the hurricane?

Brent Wampler | Jun 7, 2021
Andre Firefighter Young | Jun 8, 2021

Yes. Definitely.

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Are dogs allowed?

Samantha Mathews | Jun 7, 2021
Susan Ballard | Jun 8, 2021

Leashed Yes!

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Can someone tell me that I have 3 children and I would like to take them to see the sea.

Julia Garcia | Jun 7, 2021
Sue Maysonet | Jun 8, 2021

The place I visited was good, always supervising the children because it is open sea, check the area you are going for that is not with rough waves.

Is there any part the beach in gulf shores that allows dogs on the beach?

Corey Smith | Jun 7, 2021
Jason Brandon | Jun 8, 2021

Gulf state park has a dog park. Take our puppies there. Another one up by the bridge going into Foley

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How much to park

mechelle seals | Jun 7, 2021
Anita Jackson | Jun 8, 2021

$5 to park for 4 hrs. $10 to park til 2 am at the public parking lot

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Are there any public grills near the beach?

Jessica Dailey | Jun 7, 2021
Clarence Mason | Jun 8, 2021

Not a thing. Sorry.

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Do u have to pay

Casey Miller | Jun 7, 2020
William Louis Humston III | Jun 8, 2020

You can park for free across the street. Best place to eat is the "Hang Out" Shrimp Poo Boy or the Cheeseburgers!

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Is the beach open this weekend and what is the weather for sat

Lashun Bell | Jun 7, 2020
robin gonzales | Jun 8, 2020

Yes it is open. Saturday possible rain.

Are metal dectors allowed on the beach?

Corey Smith | Jun 7, 2020
Robbie Clark (Hammer) | Jun 8, 2020

Yes

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Are leashed dogs allowed on the beaches?

Shannon Leedom | Jun 7, 2020
Trey Trey | Jun 8, 2020

Yes they are allowed

Can you stay all night at the beach

Rhonda Coats | Jun 7, 2020
Jannis Brand | Jun 8, 2020

Yes, you can (:

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How do I ride a banana boat

Ninja Austin | Jun 7, 2020
Dionne Mcfarlane | Jun 8, 2020

I think Pink Pony has those rides.

What color is the water

Terrence Nelson | Jun 7, 2020
Dana Barton | Jun 8, 2020

Blue-Blue green

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Is there a lost and found or somewhere people post if they lost or found something?

Tina Dondeville | Jun 7, 2020
Dionne Mcfarlane | Jun 8, 2020

Probably a lifeguard

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What is the closest pet friendly Beach

Barbara Bean | Jun 7, 2020
Erik Hammock | Jun 8, 2020

Dauphin Island

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What are the laws for golf carts on the road or beach?

Jonathon Semmes | Jun 7, 2020
Maggie McKinney | Jun 8, 2020

No golf carts on the beach...they are only allowed on streets that the speed limit is 25mph or less

What are the laws on golf carts on the road & Beach? TIA

Jonathon Semmes | Jun 7, 2020
Tashara Johnson | Jun 8, 2020

You can't have it..

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Can you swim at night? If I want to go at 10 or 11, am I allowed to

Katie Shafer | Jun 7, 2020
Steve Smith | Jun 8, 2020

Swim on your own. Water way cold. Plus there is sharks

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Is there any red flags sat July 6

Leeleedarkgirl | Jun 7, 2020
Jeremy P | Jun 8, 2020

Flags are posted backside of beach, or online at http://www.gulfshoresal.gov/377/Beaches

When the best time to go to the beach for family with little kids? (Perfect weather n safe swimming)

Peace maker | Jun 7, 2020
Lisa Phillips | Jun 8, 2020

Anytime of the day, check up on how the water is. We went during high tide and left within 20 minutes. It was way to rough, especially for small children. Low tide and afternoon early evening was our best time to go. Sharks do feed at dusk and Dawn just a heads up. They also come waste deep water.

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who do you call for cabana to rent

MaryAnn Blankenship | Jun 8, 2019
Annette miliken | Jun 9, 2019

We rented an umbrella and 2 chairs from the beach, we just sat down and they came and collected money $35 for all day

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Can you smoke or have ecig on the public beach?

Darlene Cagle | Jun 8, 2019
Shawn McKinney Murphy | Jun 9, 2019

Pretty sure you can smoke..I have. Just always clean up your mess. Littering there is taken very seriously..as it should be. Just be responsible. Enjoy.

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Can we bring grills to cook

Catrice Washington | Jun 8, 2019
Duane larson | Jun 9, 2019

No

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Can we bring grills to cookout ?

Catrice Washington | Jun 8, 2019
Princess MeMe | Jun 9, 2019

No grills, no glass at anytime and during spring break it's no alcohol

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Is there a place to rent Beach lounge chairs?

Ginger Newbill | Jun 8, 2019
Penny Niekamp | Jun 9, 2019

You can also buy them just as cheap at dollar general or wal mart

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can you tent camp here?

Milo Couser | Jun 8, 2019
Anny Tsui | Jun 9, 2019

Tele Area code

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Any good snorkeling areas to take a 13 yr old?

Tammy Trundle | Jun 8, 2019
Kasa Busby | Jun 9, 2019

I'm not sure we didn't look. But I'm sure their some were.

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is pets allowed

Vickie Lebo | Jun 8, 2019
Jamie Coscino | Jun 9, 2019

There is a separate dog beach in Gulf shores off of Fort Morgan Road.

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Are tents allowed on beach?

Kenny Clark | Jun 8, 2019
Mike Lowe | Jun 9, 2019

I read on their web site that tents and shelters larger than 7 feet by 7 feet and taller than 4 feet are not allowed on public beaches. Individual property owners may allow tents and shelters on private property north of the City of Gulf Shores pole markers provided.

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Can you sleep on the beach

david witucki | Jun 8, 2019
Carla Gwin | Jun 9, 2019

Not at night. You are welcome to snooze while you are sunning. Have to leave when park closes.

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What time does beach close

Annesia Powell | Jun 8, 2019
Fred Blell | Jun 9, 2019

It doesn't

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Is the beach dog friendly?

Juliana T | Jun 8, 2018
jarek kosina | Jun 9, 2018

No animals are allowed on the beach. There are two dogs parks in the Gulf Shores. 1 park is next by the water

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Can you rent electric wheelchairs that will drive in the sand?

Michael Ware | Jun 8, 2018
Steven Wilson | Jun 9, 2018

I did not see any anyplace for rent.

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Can you swim at the beach today color flag

Darrin Holcomb | Jun 8, 2018
Frank Tipton | Jun 9, 2018

Late but yes and expecting another great beach day tomorrow

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Are there public restrooms with showers at the beach

Wendy Herald | Jun 8, 2018
Austin Walker | Jun 9, 2018

Yes, there are a few.

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Can i bring my pet on beach only 6lbs

Pam Thames | Jun 8, 2018
STEVE PETERMAN | Jun 9, 2018

Worst case scenario...they ask u to take em away...no biggie

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Is there a place to rent chairs and tents

Willie Ball | Jun 8, 2018
subash bhandari | Jun 9, 2018

yes. It was 35 dollar for a day with 2 lounge chairs and an umbrella last weekend.

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Is there a place to rent wheel chairs/scooters and is there a place on the beach that the wheel chair can go on?

Didi Wargo | Jun 8, 2018
Roni Dierker | Jun 9, 2018

Is there wheelchairs available or wheelchair access

Where is this place city ?

Antionette Taylor | Jun 8, 2018
Roger Pashby | Jun 9, 2018

Gulf Shores is an island city, located at the bottom of Alabama 59, 60 miles south of I-65. Great town, small island!

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Is there anywhere to park a motorhome for a few hours while we are at the beach?

Rachelle Lumbert | Jun 8, 2018
Daniela Gaudino | Jun 9, 2018

There is s parking lot across the street where the turtle statue is located

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Can you swim at night?

Valerie York | Jun 8, 2018
Walter Brush | Jun 9, 2018

Even if you can get away with it legally, I would not recommend it!

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Is there a tour that will take you to see the sea turtles?

Sandra Sniadajewski | Jun 8, 2018
jarek kosina | Jun 9, 2018

No turtles tour. Only dolphins tour

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Do you do specialty cakes.

Teresa King | Jun 8, 2018
S Fury | Jun 9, 2018

What

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Hey is there over night parking there

Dewayne Hutchison | Jun 8, 2018
Diane Swanner | Jun 9, 2018

No over night parking at public beaches.

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