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Fort Morgan Public Beach

Fort Morgan Public Beach

United States, Alabama, Gulf Shores 

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Fort Morgan Public Beach

United States, Alabama, Gulf Shores 

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Located on the Fort Morgan Peninsula in the city of Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan Public Beach - also known as Fort Morgan Fishing Beach - is a six-mile-long and wide white sand beach with many rocky portions.  The beach is situated on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico, which provides an Instagram-worthy view of the Atlantic Ocean.  Fort Morgan Public Beach is part of Gulf State Park, which ensures the preservation of its unique ecosystem.  The beach also serves as a nesting beach for sea turtles, which are protected under the United States Endangered Species Act of 1973.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants within an eight-minute drive of Fort Morgan Public Beach.  Jesse’s On The Bay is a bayfront restaurant that serves soups, salads, steaks and chops, oysters, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Cactus Cantina Perdido Mexican Grill serves tacos, quesadillas, burritos, fajitas, enchiladas, chimichangas, and desserts.  Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan is a beachfront seafood restaurant that serves amazing salads, soups, steaks, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, oysters, crabs, tacos, and desserts.  Sassy Bass Island Grill is also a beachfront restaurant that serves eggs, omelets, biscuits and gravy, steaks, soups, salads, tacos, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, poultry dishes, and desserts.  If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant near Fort Morgan Public Beach, Hurricane Grill & Wings is a tropical-themed restaurant that serves salads, burgers, sandwiches, tacos, quesadillas, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.

If you are looking for a hotel near Fort Morgan Public Beach, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale 4-Star Perdido Beach Resort is 38 minutes away by car and offers many amenities including an indoor and outdoor pool, hot tubs, a dock, a fitness center, tennis courts, four restaurants, a gift shop, and an arcade.  A more affordable hotel is the 4-Star Turquoise Place, which offers many amenities including two indoor pools, three outdoor pools, a seasonal lazy river, hot tubs, a sauna, a steam room, a fitness center, tennis courts, a playground, and a restaurant.  Another moderately priced option is the 4-Star Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel, which offers many amenities including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness center, and two restaurants.  A more reasonably priced option is the beachfront 3-Star The Beach Club Resort & Spa, which offers many amenities including an indoor and outdoor pool, hot tubs, a spa, three restaurants, an ice cream parlor, an arcade, a fitness center, a gift shop, a playground, a sand volleyball court, and eight tennis courts.    If you are looking for another good and affordable hotel near Fort Morgan Public Beach, the oceanfront 3-Star Gulf Shores Plantation Resort by Vacasa has an outdoor and indoor pool, a hot tub, a spa, and a fitness center.

 

 

Fort Morgan Public Beach has several amenities, including seasonal lifeguards, showers, restrooms, and changing rooms. 

Fort Morgan Public Beach is a family-friendly beach that offers many fun activities, including sunbathing, beachcombing, sailing, paddle boarding, bodyboarding, surfing, swimming, picnicking, tide pooling, fishing, and hiking.  If you are planning to go into the water near the beach, we recommend being careful, as the water here is known to have unpredictable rip currents.  If you enjoy tidepooling, you may spot an array of marine life, making it a fascinating spot for nature enthusiasts.  It is also a perfect spot to go surfing due to its frequently windy weather.  If you enjoy fishing, you may catch red snapper, king mackerel, cobia, grouper, amberjack, tuna, wahoo, marlin, speckled trout, redfish, and flounder.  Visitors can also book fishing charters, boat trips, and excursions to nearby Dauphin Island.  To make reservations, you can visit online.  Hikers can enjoy the nearby hiking trails, which offer unique insights into the local biodiversity.  Fort Morgan Public Beach is perfect for visitors seeking a quieter experience, allowing visitors to relax and unwind themselves. Dogs are welcome on the beach if they are on a leash, and the beach is open from sunrise until sunset.

Fort Morgan Public Beach does not offer an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Fort Morgan Public Beach is easy - the beach has a free parking lot located near 5993 Beach Boulevard, which provides easy access to the beach.

Fort Morgan Public Beach is named after the nearby historic Fort Morgan, which played a significant role during the American Civil War.

There are many attractions near Fort Morgan Public Beach. Fort Morgan is a 17th-century masonry pentagonal bastion fort positioned at the mouth of Mobile Bay.  It was originally built as a defensive structure to protect the city from naval attacks, which also played a crucial role during the Civil War.  Visitors can explore the fort and learn about its history through guided tours that provide interesting insights into the fort's architecture, military significance, and notable events.  Baldwin County Heritage Museum has a gallery that exhibits artifacts, documents, photographs, and memorabilia that provide interesting insight into Native American history, the Civil War and its impact on the region, and the development of industries that have shaped the region over the years.  The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is spread over 25 acres and is home to 199 species, 31 sub-species, and eight endangered species, including lions, tigers, giraffes, elephants, monkeys, penguins, otters, pythons, macaws, flamingos, gibbons, kangaroos, and crocodiles.  Visitors can enjoy interactive animal feeding and animal petting sessions.  Wade Ward Nature Park is home to natural wetlands that connect Little Lagoon and Lake Shelby and offer unique insight into local flora and fauna.  This dog-friendly nature park has many amenities, including a boardwalk, benches, picnic areas, restrooms, a small pavilion, and an observation deck overlooking the water. If you are looking for another attraction near Fort Morgan Public Beach, Adventure Island is a family-friendly amusement park that offers many thrill rides, go-karts, bumper boats, laser tag, kiddie rides, arcade games, and a volcano-themed miniature golf course.

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IN8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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INBurgoyne Rd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA

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  • Dogs

  • Entry Fee

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  • Pier

  • Playground

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  • Camping

  • Clubs Party Scene

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  • Waterskiing

  • Windsurfing

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    Does Fort Morgan Public Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.

    Does Fort Morgan Public Beach have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Fort Morgan Public Beach a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Fort Morgan Public Beach good for swimming?

    Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Fort Morgan Public Beach have restrooms?

    Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.

    Is Fort Morgan Public Beach a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Fort Morgan Public Beach?

    No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.

    What are the activities at Fort Morgan Public Beach?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Fishing, Hiking, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing.

    Does Fort Morgan Public Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    Yes, this Beach offers accommodations for people with disabilities, allowing everyone to relish the coastal experience.

    Is Fort Morgan Public Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    Yes, bring your dog with you to this Beach!

    Is Fort Morgan Public Beach good for surfing?

    Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at this Beach.

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