The Day Trip Of A Lifetime You Can Only Take In Alabama
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Jennifer Young
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As mentioned previously, there’s no shortage of great things to see and do in Alabama. If you’d like to see what all Alabama has to offer, but you only have one day, we recommend taking a day trip to the beautiful Gulf Coast to visit Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island.
If you're a history buff, you'll enjoy exploring the grounds of Fort Morgan - a masonry star fort that's located at the mouth of Mobile Bay in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Fort Morgan was built from 1819-1834. In 1960, it was designated a National Historic Landmark. And in August 1864, it played a huge role in the Battle of Mobile Bay. Address: 110 AL-180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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After exploring the grounds of Fort Morgan, you'll then take a ferry ride to Dauphin Island.
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Dauphin Island, located about 30 miles from Mobile, Alabama, is known as the "Sunset Capital of Alabama." Over the years, this beautiful island has become a popular vacation destination for people of all ages.
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If you didn't get your history fix at Fort Morgan, you'll most certainly want to check out Fort Gaines. This historic fort is best known for its role in the Battle of Mobile Bay. It's also one of the country's best preserved Civil War era masonry forts. Address: 51 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Fishing on Dauphin Island is a relaxing activity enjoyed by many residents and visitors. You'll most definitely want to go fishing, whether it's from a charter boat or the island's famous 850-foot pier. And if you left your fishing equipment at home, no worries. You can rent fishing equipment on the island.
Please note, JT's Sunset Grill has permanently closed.
All of these activities will of course work up an appetite. JT's Sunset Grill is a great place to grab a bite to eat. They serve the freshest and most delicious seafood. You won't be disappointed! Address: 1102 Desoto Ave, Dauphin Island, AL 36528
All of these activities will of course work up an appetite. JT's Sunset Grill is a great place to grab a bite to eat. They serve the freshest and most delicious seafood. You won't be disappointed! Address: 1102 Desoto Ave, Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Before catching the ferry back to Fort Morgan, you'll want to take a stroll through the Audubon Bird Sanctuary. The Audubon Bird Sanctuary, which covers 164 acres, is one of the nation's best birding locations. Address: 213 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Have you ever visited Fort Morgan or Dauphin Island? If so, share your experience(s) with us! For more information about Fort Morgan, click here. And for more information about Dauphin Island, click here.
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