S01 E19 - Gulf Shores State Park - The Pulse of the Heart of Dixie
By Kathleen Walls
Alabama, geographically, is a prime location for RV snowbirds. It’s located west of Georgia, north of the Florida Panhandle, and south of Tennessee making it easily accessible to spend a winter or visit for a few days, especially if you’re travelling southbound on the popular I-75 from Canada and select areas of the Midwestern United States.
The community of Gulf Shores at the south end of the state just west of Pensacola on the north end Gulf of Mexico. Although it may be cooler than its neighbouring state to the east in the fall and through winter, it’s a comfortable climate for outdoor recreation such as golfing and enjoying its popular 52 km (32 mi) of sand beaches. It’s also the perfect place to park your RV and stay awhile.
There are a variety of RV Resorts that offer long and short-term stays and during my visit last year, I opted for Gulf Shores State Park. It leans more towards ‘resort’ than ‘park’ with a number of amenities including a heated swimming pool with a splash pad.
If this isn't your choice for water fun, the Beach Pavilion has access to more than 3 km (2 mi) of pristine sand and water access, as well as a seasonal concession stand, climate-controlled washrooms with showers, accessible ramps, and picnic tables. Although I didn’t rent a paddleboard here - even though lessons are available - I prefer fresh water to swim and enjoy kayaking. So, I made the short trip to Lake Shelby within the park.
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