Alabama State Park listed among Matador’s 60 campsites with the best views in the country
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Here in Alabama, we take pride in having some of the best and most diverse views in the world. Small city skylines, mountains, fields and of course, beaches.
Gulf State Park may be the most popular of all the views and that’s why adventure media outlet Matador included the park in its list of campsites with the best views in the entire country.
It was selected as one of 10 parks representing the South and the only one from Alabama to make the cut.
Gulf State Park
Here’s some of the basics you’ll need to know if you’re looking to schedule a visit soon:
- Where: 20115 State Park Rd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
- Hours: Sunrise to Sunset, Trails and Picnic Areas
- Office hours: 8AM-4PM, M-F
- More info | Reservations
The ocean and horizon views obviously stand out the most when you visit Gulf State Park but the area has a lot more to offer. And Matador gives high praise for that variety.
“Gulf State Park in Alabama offers some of the best coastal camping in the South, with stunning views of freshwater lakes, marshlands, and the Gulf of Mexico just a short walk away. The campground is dotted with towering pines and palmettos, with a mix of shaded sites and open spots with sweeping views of Middle Lake. For the best views, aim for sites along the waterfront, especially sites 11 to 9, or sites 469 to 496, which sit along a canal.”
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Matador specifically points to the draw of car camping near the water. Campers can count on sunrise reflections over the water and are often visited by herons, osprey, and even the occasional alligator.
Plus, you get quick access to Alabama’s famous white-sand beaches.
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