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Photo: PLAN OF FORT MORGAN, dated 1817 - Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores, Baldwin County, AL by Unknown (Public domain) License

Gulf Shores Beach

Park · 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 (8.6 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 Shores Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todaycamping-nearbyPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
A park in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Visitors come for picnicking; restrooms and a playground on site. It is wheelchair-accessible and kid-friendly.

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Weather at Gulf Shores Beach

65°F, Partly Cloudy · H 74° / L 60° · 2% chance of rain
H: 74° L: 60°
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
65°
|
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 Shores Beach?
Gulf Shores Beach is a park in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
What is the water temperature at Gulf Shores Beach?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Gulf Shores Beach in Gulf Shores, Alabama is 74°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy PPTA1, 8.6 miles away.
Can you swim at Gulf Shores Beach?
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 Shores Beach rated?
Gulf Shores Beach in Gulf Shores, Alabama has an average visitor rating of 4.9 out of 5, based on 75 reviews.
What amenities does Gulf Shores Beach have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Gulf Shores Beach include camping-nearby.

Location & Contact

333 Perdido Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Gulf Shores, Alabama 36542

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

⛺ Camping nearby🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Playground
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