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Photo: Atlantic Crevalle Jack, Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores, AL, US imported from iNaturalist photo 122719283 by (c) Farren Dell Rossman, some rights reserved (CC BY) (CC BY 4.0) License

Gulf State Park Pavillion

Beach pavillion · Gulf Shores, Alabama

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Rip Current Statement is in effect for Mobile Coastal; Baldwin Coastal; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Coastal; Okaloosa Coastal.

  • Water temp 74°F (23°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy PPTA1 (5.5 mi away), as of Oct 20, 4:00 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • A Rip Current Statement is in effect for Mobile Coastal; Baldwin Coastal; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Coastal; Okaloosa Coastal. — NWS Mobile AL
  • Water temperature is 74°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy PPTA1, as of Oct 20, 4:00 AM UTC

No official beach-advisory feed for Alabama yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 74°F at Gulf State Park Pavillion now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todaycamping-nearbyWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
The centerpiece of Gulf State Park's beachfront, this pavilion — rebuilt after Hurricane Ivan — offers shaded gathering space, beach access, and a long stretch of Alabama's signature sugar-white sand.

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Weather at Gulf State Park Pavillion

65°F, Partly Cloudy · H 74° / L 60° · 2% chance of rain
H: 74° L: 60°
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
65°
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Feels like 57°
Precipitation
2%
Humidity
59%
Wind
13 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
65°
3 AM
Overcast
64°
6 AM
Clear
62°
9 AM
Sunny
62°
12 PM
Sunny
69°
3 PM
Sunny
73°
6 PM
Sunny
71°
9 PM
Clear
66°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Gulf State Park Pavillion?
Gulf State Park Pavillion is a beach pavillion in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
What is the water temperature at Gulf State Park Pavillion?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Gulf State Park Pavillion in Gulf Shores, Alabama is 74°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy PPTA1, 5.5 miles away.
Can you swim at Gulf State Park Pavillion?
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Rip Current Statement is in effect for Mobile Coastal; Baldwin Coastal; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Coastal; Okaloosa Coastal. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Gulf State Park Pavillion rated?
Gulf State Park Pavillion in Gulf Shores, Alabama has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 1615 reviews.
What amenities does Gulf State Park Pavillion have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Gulf State Park Pavillion include camping-nearby.

Location & Contact

22250 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Gulf Shores, Alabama 36542

🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
  • ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
  • ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
  • ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions

Features & amenities

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

⛺ Camping nearby
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