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He loves getting in the water at the new fenced area.
Picture of Gulf State Park, a dog friendly attraction in Gulf Shores, AL.
Picture of Gulf State Park, a dog friendly attraction in Gulf Shores, AL.
AL is not the friendliest state for pets, but this park is the exception, dogs can run around and get in the water. Our chocolate lab had a great time. The "be aware of alligators" sign was kind of creepy though.
Picture of Gulf State Park, a dog friendly attraction in Gulf Shores, AL.
He loves getting in the water at the new fenced area.
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AL is not the friendliest state for pets, but this park is the exception, dogs can run around and get in the water. Our chocolate lab had a great time. The "be aware of alligators" sign was kind of creepy though.
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Gulf State Park

Gulf State Park is a dog-friendly park in Gulf Shores, AL, featuring 25 miles of paved trails for walking or biking. Rent a bike from the camp store. Dogs are welcome in most areas of the park as long as the dog is on a leash. Bike and horseback riding trails may not allow dogs for safety reasons. Dogs are not allowed in stores, food service areas, bathhouse, pool or swimming areas, other than the dog pond. Dogs can not be left unattended and will be confiscated if left in a hot car more than 30 minutes. Visit Website

Or call (251) 948-7275 or email gulf.statepark@dcnr.alabama.gov for more information.

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Gulf State Park is rated 4.2 bones out of 5 by 18 canine critics on BringFido, and 4.3 stars out of 5 by 81 guests on TripAdvisor.

Visitors to Gulf State Park praise its spacious dog park with water access, amenities like rinsing stations, and opportunities for dogs to play together, though some encountered wildlife concerns and hazards like sand spurs and ticks. Some visitors noted that the fence design has gaps that allow dogs to escape between sections or access unintended areas, and a few experienced issues with inadequate water pressure at stations.

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  • Are dogs allowed at the gulf park pier
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