How to Plan the Best Day at This Gulf Shores State Park

Gulf Shores State Park

The Alabama Gulf Coast is home to one of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in the south. When you plan your visit the area, you’ll want to plan to spend some time at this Gulf Shores state park, Gulf State Park. Explore the rich natural resources of the area at Gulf State Park. Let us be your guide to the best day at this Gulf Shores state park.

Are you looking for the most incredible experiences on Alabama’s Gulf Coast? You need to check out our recommended activities! Here at Sunset Properties, we specialize in everything coastal Alabama, so you can trust our expertise when planning your visit.

A Gulf Shores State Park Full of Fun and Adventure

You’ll love the pristine sands, surf, sea shells, and peace and harmony found at Gulf State Park.There’s so much to do there, you may want to plan more than one day! Two miles of beaches, a golf course, a beach pavilion, tennis courts, hiking trails, and a fishing pier make this an ideal activity for any vacationer! Here’s what you don’t want to miss at Gulf State Park.

Beautiful Beaches

Over three and a half miles of white sand beaches will capture your attention and delight your toes. And, these family-friendly beaches are ideal for beach days full of fun and relaxation. Cool off in the water or lay out and get a tan, it doesn’t matter! You’ll love these beaches!

Refuge Golf Club

The natural resources and beauty of the park make for a wonderful golf opportunity. At Refuge Golf Club, you will experience a championship course with over 6,500 yards of wonderfully manicured courses, a driving range, putting green, and pro shop. Grab a bite to eat at the Refuge Grill after you’ve worked up an appetite after 18 holes!

Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail

This is your opportunity to see the beauty of the park up close and personal. Wonderful hiking and biking trails and paths wind through the park, highlighting the waterways, wooded areas, and dunes the park contains.

Fishing

This Gulf Shores state park features an education and fishing pier that is 20 feet wide, offering 2,450 feet of fishing space for anglers who seek to reel in a big one! You can fish off the pier for just $9.00 per day, and you can rent a fishing rod for $20.00 per day. Children under 11 may fish for free when accompanied by a paying adult.

Nature Center

Gulf State Park’s Nature Center features plants and animals native to the park and the Gulf Coast region. Whether it’s the turtles, the snakes, the trees, or the taxidermy, there’s something to enjoy for everyone in the family!

A Great Day Trip from Your Beach House

During your vacation to Alabama’s Gulf Coast, you’d be remiss to not venture out into Gulf State Park. And, when you stay in one of our lovely beach houses or condos, you’ll be just a short drive away from the beautiful park. So, whether you’re looking for that adventure or just want to bum around on the beach, let Sunset Properties be your guide to the best stay in the area. Check out our available rentals and see for yourself the quality that awaits you. Then, contact us today to book your stay!