Gulf State Park Campground
Alabama State Park
Write a Review 20115 Campground Rd. Orange Beach, AL 36561 251-948-7275 Official WebsiteGPS: 30.2603, -87.6481
Overview of Gulf State Park Campground
Last Price Paid: $71
Reported by camper-811687 on 3/7/2024
Longest RV Reported: 43 feet (Class A)
Reported by Jenn41 on 10/4/2017
Weekly Rate Yes
Monthly Rate Yes
Number of Sites 496
Pad Type asphalt
Reservations yes
Elevation 0 ft / 0 m
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about Gulf State Park Campground
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 251-948-7275
camper-814900 asked on 5/3/2023
Check in is at 4pm. Is this a strict policy or will they allow you to check in earlier?
Linda asked on 7/31/2022
Is there an off leash dog park at the campground? Any beach access for pets?
Betty & Dan asked on 8/5/2020
1) Does Gulf State Park offer wifi in the campground? 2) Are there any good bike trails in or near the State Park? ...
Reviews of Gulf State Park Campground 75 people have reviewed this location.
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Confirmed by 36 Users
Last reported 1/20/2024
Confirmed by 28 Users
Last reported 3/7/2024
Confirmed by 8 Users
Last reported 6/10/2023
“One of our top 5 campgrounds”
Reviewed 4/23/2024
| Days stayed: | 7 |
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The first thing that struck us about our campsite was the huge amount of space between us and our next-door neighbors. Sites have concrete pads with grass around them, and lots of elbow room. Very forested and natural (there was a rabbit at our site when we pulled in), but with enough open sky that Starlink had no problem getting a sig... more
The first thing that struck us about our campsite was the huge amount of space between us and our next-door neighbors. Sites have concrete pads with grass around them, and lots of elbow room. Very forested and natural (there was a rabbit at our site when we pulled in), but with enough open sky that Starlink had no problem getting a signal. Pad was one of the most level we’ve had at 73 campgrounds this year. Water pressure was good. Site was very clean, as was the whole park.
We only stayed a week, but would love to have stayed longer, and will definitely return. There is SO much to do here, all of it wonderfully natural (biking, hiking, even attended an outdoor concert at the campground). Of all the campgrounds we’ve been in this year, this one definitely has that laid-back “camping” feel to it, and a genuine sense of community. And it's incredibly quiet at night!
camper-819235 would stay here again
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“Beautiful Beach”
Reviewed 3/7/2024
| Nightly rate: | $71 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 208 |
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Beautiful beach right across the street. Lots to do, there’s a swimming pool, tennis courts, volleyball, laundry facility. The staff is very friendly and helpful.
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camper-811687 would stay here again
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“The trails! ”
Reviewed 2/14/2024
| Nightly rate: | $58 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 108 |
| RV Length: | 22' (Travel Trailer) |
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We were only able to get 2 nights in a row (without having to sitehop) here and reason is - they allow long term stays in the winter. Wow! I can see why people would want to book a few months here. Our site was a long back in with the sewer too far forward (so we just dumped on our way out of the site) and at trail and a service road... more
We were only able to get 2 nights in a row (without having to sitehop) here and reason is - they allow long term stays in the winter. Wow! I can see why people would want to book a few months here. Our site was a long back in with the sewer too far forward (so we just dumped on our way out of the site) and at trail and a service road / trail behind us. Wasn't super impressed with the site at first as we were on the main road and there were cars & trucks going by constantly. And not slow either... but then I walked some of the trails - fabulous! The beach is gorgeous! The boardwalk trail was awesome - saw turtles, an armadillo, an alligator & two bald eagles in a tree. Having a bike here would be great. Nature Center was awesome and staff in check in & Nature Center very nice! The waterfront sites are very nice & far enough apart.
Travel Small Live Big would stay here again
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“Nice Park”
Reviewed 1/20/2024
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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| Site Number: | 474 |
Overall Rating
Nice Park It’s Big We Lucked Out And Got Site 474 ( right across from the boardwalk to the Gulf) Because Of a Cancellation Otherwise Would Have Been Stuck In Site 404 At The Very Back Of The Park, bathrooms adequate showers stalls way too small. Was only there 3 days so didn’t have time to use all the amenities.
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camper-892623 would stay here again
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“Pricy State Park Once Fees and Taxes Added”
Reviewed 6/10/2023
| Nightly rate: | $59 |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| Site Number: | 435 |
| RV Length: | 27' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
PROS Quiet Minimal streetlights Site 435 level Asphalt parking pad is extended as an area for the picnic table Pedestal BBQ in good condition and free of ash upon arrival Moveable metal and wooden picnic table Super clean climate controlled bathhouses Very nice, large, park laundromat with coin changing machine.... more
PROS
Quiet
Minimal streetlights
Site 435 level
Asphalt parking pad is extended as an area for the picnic table
Pedestal BBQ in good condition and free of ash upon arrival
Moveable metal and wooden picnic table
Super clean climate controlled bathhouses
Very nice, large, park laundromat with coin changing machine. Detergent sold at camp store. Recycling available at dump station
Super bike trails
Good park WiFi
TMobile 3 bars
CONS
No senior or vet discount
15.25% resort fee charged
15% sales tax charged
$5 reservation fee charged
Site 425 no shade - we were HOT in January!
No info provided that state park does not provide campfire rings. Campfires are permitted but you must bring your own campfire ring/pit
Picnic table top rotted leaving large holes
Two roll-off compactors for the campground located at the dump station near the entrance/exit. If you are not camping in that area you are in for a hike
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Napunani would stay here again
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“The Best”
Reviewed 6/4/2023
| Days stayed: | 2 |
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| Site Number: | 26 |
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Great campground! Fantastic bike paths. Beautiful beach and views.
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camper-788382 would stay here again
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“Very Friendly And Accommodating Staffers ”
Reviewed 5/24/2023
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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| Site Number: | 404 |
Overall Rating
When we arrived check- in was a breeze,the way the park is laid out is great spaces are far apart where your not on top of the neighbors. Will definitely be looking forward to coming back
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Carl would stay here again
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“Excellent Campground ”
Reviewed 1/30/2023
| RV Length: | 20' (Travel Trailer) |
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After spending a month in more rustic campgrounds across the us with beautiful nature yet fighting for any tv reception and trying to use one measly bar of cell coverage for internet access it’s nice to take a break in civilization. Nice, big campsites, wifi faster than at home, pools,pickleball, tv reception, restaurant and good weat... more
After spending a month in more rustic campgrounds across the us with beautiful nature yet fighting for any tv reception and trying to use one measly bar of cell coverage for internet access it’s nice to take a break in civilization.
Nice, big campsites, wifi faster than at home, pools,pickleball, tv reception, restaurant and good weather. The washrooms are clean and nice, and good showers too.
It’s just really nice to have a break.
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AT&T 4G
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“Beautiful Park”
Reviewed 1/19/2023
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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| Site Number: | 488 |
| RV Length: | 31' (Fifth Wheel) |
Overall Rating
The only reason I gave it 4 stars was from the road noise. That would quiet down at night. Also so many taxes tacked onto the base price including resort fees. However, with that being said, we would definitely come back. Trails galore! There is a swimming pool, tennis courts, etc. Sites are well spaced and very clean. They do hav... more
The only reason I gave it 4 stars was from the road noise. That would quiet down at night. Also so many taxes tacked onto the base price including resort fees. However, with that being said, we would definitely come back. Trails galore! There is a swimming pool, tennis courts, etc. Sites are well spaced and very clean. They do have someone at the gate house 24/7. Gulf State Park has free bikes to use. Need an app to use them. Beaches are amazing. Not a perfect campground, but close!
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Linda and John would stay here again
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“Resort Experience In State Park setting ”
Reviewed 1/15/2023
| Nightly rate: | $55 |
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| Days stayed: | 7 |
| Site Number: | 108 |
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This place is a very well run State Park campground with something for almost everyone. All campsites are FHU and big rig friendly. Majority are back ins but angled so easy to get into. There are some pull through. Roads are all paved as are sites. Sites are generally open though some on the edges of loops have a little more privacy.... more
This place is a very well run State Park campground with something for almost everyone.
All campsites are FHU and big rig friendly. Majority are back ins but angled so easy to get into. There are some pull through. Roads are all paved as are sites. Sites are generally open though some on the edges of loops have a little more privacy. There are a number of waterfront sites which are definitely desirable for wildlife watchers.
Utilities were all good, water pressure was decent. Verizon and AT&T were both good enough to support streaming. There were about 30 OTA channels. Facilities were all maintained and everything was very clean.
Lots of resort like amenities here, pool, pickle ball, tennis etc. There is a decent store and a nature center. Outside the campground but still in the park is the beach, pier, hotel, cabins and restaurants.
The park has 28 miles of paved trails and additional miles of unimproved trails. Trail markings and maps are excellent. You can get to the beach and pier without crossing a main road thanks to boardwalks. Trails extend beyond the park as well, we rode our bikes to a different coffee shop each afternoon.
The campground is huge, the park is even bigger so bring a bike. Don’t have a bike? No worries, they have free bike share stations all around the park or you can rent a bike, e-bike and even a bike with a child trailer.
Wildlife viewing is excellent, we saw
Alligators, Eagles, herons and more.
Price is the only thing keeping this from being a 5 star campground. A week here is nearly 4 bills after fees and taxes.
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Rick502 would stay here again
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noted 2/27/2024
Heads up on cost: a weekend (Saturday, Sunday) will cost you $143 as of Feb. 2024. The base cost is $50 or $55 depending on day of week, but they charge 31.5% taxes plus the reservation fee. Buyer beware!!
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Amenities
Hookups
- 50 Amp
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- sewer
- Full Hookups
Recreation
- boat ramp
- fishing
- horseshoes
- picnic area
- playground
- recreation trail
- swimming pool: onsite
- tennis court
- volleyball
- water access
Site Amenities
- big rig
- picnic table
- pull thru
Facilities
- dump station
- general store
- ADA Accessible
- laundry
- recycle
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- swimming pool: onsite
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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