Gulf of Mexico Facts
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
It’s no secret that the Gulf of Mexico is a great vacation spot! This beautiful body of water is what brings people from all over to our destination. In addition to being home to so many incredible beaches, it is also a very unique region of the world. Check out these interesting facts to learn more about the Gulf of Mexico.
Visiting Alabama's Beaches soon? Check out these cool facts about the Gulf of Mexico before your visit!
Where is the Gulf of Mexico?
The Gulf of Mexico is located below the southeastern portion of the United States. It borders the coasts of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida as well as the island of Cuba and parts of Mexico.
How Deep is the Gulf of Mexico?
The deepest part of the Gulf of Mexico, Sigsbee Deep, is estimated to be around 14,383 feet deep while the average depth is around 5,300 feet.
How Big is the Gulf of Mexico?
The Gulf of Mexico encompasses around 617,800 square miles of water and stretches around 932 miles across from east to west.
What Ocean does the Gulf of Mexico Belong to?
The Gulf of Mexico is a part of the Atlantic Ocean and is considered an ocean basin and marginal sea.
10 Fun Facts
4. Although it is rare to see sharks in our waters, around 50 species call the Gulf of Mexico home. The most common found around Alabama beaches are bull sharks, great hammerhead sharks, sand tiger sharks and shortfin mako sharks.
5. The Gulf State Park Fishing and Education Pier is the second-longest pier in the Gulf of Mexico.
6. The Gulf of Mexico has around 1443 different species of fish in its water. Anglers can check out the most common fish found on Alabama’s beaches here.
7. It’s no secret that the best seafood comes from the Gulf, which is why 75% of the shrimp in the United States comes from the Gulf of Mexico.