Beautiful Dauphin Island Alabama

by Jason
(Mobile Alabama)

As natives of the Gulf Coast area, our family loves to vacation in beautiful Dauphin Island, Alabama. Dauphin Island is located at the southern end of Mobile County, and is much less crowded than its counterpart Gulf Shores, AL which is located at the southern end of Baldwin County. Dauphin Island is a natural setting with beautiful beaches and access to the historic Mobile Bay.


There is an auto ferry that runs between Dauphin Island and Gulf Shores across the bay. Dauphin Island is also home to the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo which is held every July. While there are several condominium offerings, the natural setting really lends itself to camping outdoors.


However, there is only one campground on the east end of the island and it books up early every year, so be sure to call ahead. The island has experienced some significant changes to its coastline due to the large number of hurricanes in the last five years.


The reconfiguration has created some awesome fishing opportunities. As always, great seafood can be had at the local restaurants. You can't go wrong visiting Dauphin Island.


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