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Gulf State Park

Thanksgiving

On Alabama's Beaches

September 2, 2022

Thankfulness and togetherness go hand-in-hand in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Imagine eating Thanksgiving dinner on the balcony of a gorgeous beach resort or a beach house with family and friends. Mild temperatures, warm water and colorful sunsets are just the beginning of what makes fall on Alabama’s beaches so grand.
 
Many of the local restaurants offer pre-cooked meals and are open for dine-in or take-out on Thanksgiving Day. You’ll find family-friendly activities, boutique shopping at The Wharf, and plenty of bargains at Tanger Outlets on Black Friday.
 
This pleasant season also brings loads of fun to the area. From exciting events to outdoor adventures, check out some of the many options available during fall break in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.

Historic Fort Morgan Gulf Shores

Historic Fort Morgan

Fall is the perfect time to explore the area’s history. Venture to Historic Fort Morgan for a glimpse of military life during the 1800s. Visitors can tour the ground’s artillery storehouse, barracks, tunnels, and more to learn about this fort's vital role during the Civil War.

Gulf State Park Pier

Gulf State Park Pier

Reel in a day of fun at the Gulf State Park Fishing and Education Pier. If you didn’t bring your rod, don’t worry. Rentals are available, and bait and tackle can be purchased, too. Spend a couple of hours there, and you may leave with a freshly caught dinner. 

Sunset Cruise Orange Beach

Sunset Cruise

Sunsets along the Alabama coast are unbeatable, and fall is an ideal time to catch the beautiful colors of an evening sky. Set sail on a sunset cruise to witness this phenomenon for yourself.

Craft Farms Golf Course Gulf Shores

Golf

Tee up at one of the 15 magnificent golf courses in and around the area. The comfortable fall weather makes playing a round or two on the Alabama Gulf Coast a no-brainer. Whether you’re a beginner or an avid golfer, there’s a course for you.

Coastal Half Marathon Gulf State Park

Coastal Half Marathon

Runners from all over visit our area the Saturday after Thanksgiving to work off those calories from Thursday. The Coastal Half Marathon includes a half marathon and a 5K and 1-mile fun run at the Orange Beach Sportsplex and through Gulf State Park, so there’s a distance for everyone! Use this experience to celebrate togetherness and health with the ones you love and run, walk or wheel your way to finish together. 

With so much to see and do, you need to spend your holiday break at the beach! Get ready to dip your toes in the sand. 

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