Dog-Friendly Beach Vacation
in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Alabama’s Beaches offer something for everyone in the family, and we mean the whole family! We know you don’t want to leave your furry friends behind, which is why our area welcomes dogs and offers many places where they can tag along. From parks and trails to outdoor restaurants and attractions, there are many fabulous pet-friendly options so your dog can enjoy their beach vacation, too.
Fort Morgan Beach: Alabama’s Dog-Friendly Beach
Although our four-legged friends aren’t welcome on the beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, there are beaches in Fort Morgan where they are free to play to their hearts' content. Dogs are allowed on the bayside (northside) of Fort Morgan between the Quarantine Wharf and Fort Morgan Fishing Pier as long as they are leashed. Beyond this area is a federal wildlife area where pets are not permitted to protect the local wildlife. They’ll have a blast splashing in the water or playing fetch along the shore. There is a public lot located at the pier for visitors to park. While here, bring plenty of water for your companion, clean up after them, and check the beach flags daily for the water conditions.
Dog Parks
Dog parks are a great place to let your pups play and stretch their leg. These parks include Gulf Shores Dog Park and Unleashed in Orange Beach, where dogs can run around and play to their heart’s content. If your fluffy friend likes to get wet, check out The Dog Pond at Lake Shelby in the Gulf State Park. This dog-centered area of The Lake is fenced in and exclusively for dogs, so you don’t have to worry about them running off. Dogs are also welcome to play at the Orange Beach Waterfront Park. The shallow water here makes it ideal for them to splash around.
Pet-Friendly Shops
Your dog deserves a fun shopping day for souvenirs, too. The Wharf is a pet-friendly entertainment district that offers an array of shops, dog-friendly restaurants, and attractions. Dogs are more than welcome in Shades at The Wharf and may even meet a few other furry friends inside the store. Just a few shops down is Good Dog Boutique, where you can pick up treats, bandanas, and toys for your dog to take home. Cosmo’s is a dog-friendly restaurant with an on-site pet store that has lots of goodies that your canines will love.
Pet-Friendly Attractions & Activities
But it isn’t just parks and trails that are open to pets. Many attractions and activities like Historic Fort Morgan, Beachside Mini-Golf, and the Gulf State Park Nature Center allow you to bring your pet along as long as they are leashed. You can also take your dog out on the water, as many boat and watersport rentals are pet-friendly. And, of course, if you bring your boat to our shores, your dog is welcome to ride along with you.