Used intermittently through the Spanish American War, World War I and World War II, the site showcases the evolution of seacoast fortifications and adaptations made by the United States Armed Forces for the defense of the country. Standing guard where the bay meets the Gulf of Mexico, the fort played a significant role in the Battle of Mobile Bay in August 1864. Wide pathways throughout the park offer close-up views of over 500 exotic animals including: lions, tigers, bears (oh my!), primates, leopards, wolves and more! Visit the reptile house, petting zoo and aviary as well! The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is open every day of the year, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.įort Morgan was built between 18. Zipline courses take you as high as 90 feet off the ground! The height provides a great vantage point for taking in spectacular views of the white sand beaches and crystal clear waters found only at Gulf State Park. Check out a video from Hummingbird Zipline. Sail high in the air, experiencing breathtaking views over land and water. Inside Gulf State Park there is a championship golf course, beach pavilion, tennis courts, hiking trails, zipline and a fishing pier that is 20-feet wide and extends 1,512 feet into the Gulf. Gulf State Park’s two miles of beaches greet you with plenty of white sun-kissed sand, surging surf, seagulls and sea shells, but there is more than sand and surf to sink your toes into.

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