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GULF STATE PARK BEACH PAVILION

Gulf Resort State Park new beach pavilion

Gulf State Park has a beautiful new Beach Pavilion that has a large concession stand open on a seasonal basis. Air conditioned bathrooms with showers are open throughout the year for beachgoers and picnic tables are also available for use under the pavilion. 

Parking Fees

  • Car   $5.00          
  • Van   $12.00       
  • Bus   $25.00
  • Military & Seniors (62 - up) $2.50
  • Cabin/Cottage & Campground Guest are free
  • Annual Pass (expires December 31)   $40.00

The pavilion is perfect for family and group outings, photography sessions, reunions, beach parties and sunset weddings. Rental is available 7 days a week, except major holiday weekends during the summer. 

You may rent the Beach Pavilion from 5pm - 10pm.  The cost is $600. For more information on Beach Pavilion Rentals, please contact Nicole at (251) 948-7275 or gulf.statepark@dcnr.alabama.gov from 8am - 4pm

Click Here for Guidelines for Beach Pavilion Rentals

You may have your wedding on the beach. A permit is required. The cost is $100. For more information on beach weddings, please contact Holly at (251) 948-7275 or holly.mccraney@dcnr.alabama.gov from 8am-4pm. 

Click Here for Guidelines on Beach Wedding Permits

You may also use the beach to have family portraits, senior portraits, engagement photos or any other photography sessions. A permit is required. The cost is $75. For more information on beach photography, please contact Holly at (251) 948-7275 or holly.mccraney@dcnr.alabama.gov from 8am - 4pm. 

Gulf State Park's Beach Pavilion

Inside Gulf Park's Beach Pavilion

Hours of operation for the Beach Pavilion and beach
are from 7 a.m. - sunset year around.

 

PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY DAY USE AREAS OF GULF STATE PARK, INCLUDING THE BEACH AND PARKING AREAS.

 

Seashells on Gulf Park Beach - photo by Danette Mills