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Dauphin Island Information

About Dauphin Island

Dauphin Island is a barrier island located on the Gulf of Mexico in Alabama. The island can be reached by crossing a 3 mile long high rise bridge. Dauphin Island is 14 miles long, and 1.75 miles wide at its widest point with beaches that are open 7 days a week. The island is known for bird watching, history, and their white, sandy beaches.

Things to do in Dauphin Island

This island is a popular beach town. There are many activities at the beach including water slides, fishing, boogie boarding, and inflatable rentals. Lined with A/C restrooms, showers, food and drink vendors, and certified lifeguards on duty, your beach experience is definitely going to be a comfortable one. Pets, glass and grills are not allowed at the beaches and parking is $2 plus $3 per person over 12 years of age. Once you’ve had enough of the beach, be sure to check out Fort Gaines, a restored fort that dates back to the colonial era. This Civil War site attracts thousands of sightseers each year. The Mobile Bay Ferry is a ferry ride that crosses the bay and allows you to experience Dauphin Island’s beautiful scenery and wildlife. Want to keep exploring Dauphin Island’s wildlife? The Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium is a great place to bring the kids and learn a bit about marine wildlife in the Gulf region. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary is another great place to spend an hour or a whole day and explore the many trails that expose you to a number of bird species who migrate through the island. For such a little piece of land, this island has some big adventures waiting just for you!

Dauphin Island Accommodations

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