Here it is, the ultimate beach lover’s destination. The turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico are amazingly warm, and its white sands are some of the softest in the world. Relax after a day of fun at a luxurious beachfront condo, a color beach house, or a trusted nationally branded hotel. You’ll love spending time on the water, deep sea or pier fishing, parasailing, or enjoying a dolphin cruise, but don’t miss opportunities to explore beyond the shore. Favorite activities include hiking or biking the backcountry trail, kayaking the back bays, golfing, fun-filled attractions and renowned events. The dining options are endless here, including the freshest Gulf seafood possible. In fact, many of our restaurants will cook what you catch on your fishing excursion.

Imagine taking that first sip of coffee in the morning while digging your toes in soft, sugar-white sand as your watch turquoise-tinted waves gently roll into the shore. You can do that here, along with a million other unforgettable experiences. Relaxation, adrenaline, family adventure—and not just on the beach. Head inland and be rewarded with beautiful and challenging golf courses, scenic hiking and biking trails, kayaking and more. As home to one of the largest charter fishing fleets in the Gulf, there’s no shortage of adventure on the water. Try your luck on a full or half-day fishing excursion and bring back an unforgettable fishing tale of your own.

Located on Mobile Point, at the end of Scenic Fort Morgan Peninsula, Fort Morgan Historic Site has a diverse number of activities to make your vacation memorable.

Preceded by another fort, Fort Bowyer during the War of 1812, Fort Morgan is a Third System masonry fort built between 1819 and 1833. Standing guard where the bay meets the Gulf of Mexico, the fort played a significant role in the Battle of Mobile Bay in August 1864. Used intermittently through the Spanish American War, World War I and World War II, the site showcases the evolution of seacoast fortifications and adaptations made by the U.S. Army for the defense of the country. In 1946 the site was turned over to the State of Alabama as a historic site.