Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores
FAQ

Everything you need to know before your beach day.

What are the beach conditions at Gulf Shores today?

Gulf Shores sits on the Gulf of Mexico. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 8731269, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.

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Where do you park at Gulf Shores?

Park at Gulf Shores in lots like Gulf Shores Main Public Beach, Gulf Place Public Beach, Gulf State Park Pier. Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from Paid seasonal and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.

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Where should you eat at Gulf Shores?

At Gulf Shores, don't miss the Royal Red Shrimp at Sea N Suds. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.

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What boat trips run from Gulf Shores?

Boats leave Gulf Shores from Homeport Marina, including the Dolphin Cruise — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.

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What's happening at Gulf Shores this week?

Gulf Shores hosts Gulf State Park Pier Fishing and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.

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At Gulf Shores, the sun sets at 7:35 PM today — about 13h 17m of daylight. Sunrise was 6:18 AM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Gulf Shores update at the top of the conditions page.