Dauphin Island Camping

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This article is going to answer:

1) How much does it cost to go to Dauphin Island?

2) Can you drive to Dauphin Island?

3) What can you do on Dauphin Island?

4) How long is the ferry ride from Dauphin Island to Gulf Shores?

5) Are there restaurants close to Dauphin Island campground?

6) Is Dauphin Island pet-friendly?

Alabama camping just got interesting

Want to camp on an island?? Yeah, you do.

Dauphin Island Campground allows tent camping and RVs. Surround yourself with secluded beaches, an estuarium, Audubon bird sanctuary, and historic fort…and did we mention, you’re camping on an island??

One guest review of Dauphin Island Park and Beach from Google says:

This is a great RV park! There are many snowbirds that stay here, but they also have some open sites and they also have tent camping. It is easy access to the beach, the bird sanctuary, the estuarium and Fort Gaines. The ferry is also right across the road. Take it across the bay to the Gulf Shores side and Fort Morgan (not quite as good as visiting Ft. Gaines though). There is a playground for the kids located right by the laundry room and public bathrooms with showers. The office, of course, has some grocery items available as well. Everyone here is friendly and they offer lots of weekly activities.The price is reasonable and it is definitely worth staying here!

Are there restaurants close to Dauphin Island Campground?

Yes! Check out this list!

Tips to know before booking this Alabama campsite:

Purchase all food and supplies before coming to the island. While there is a tiny gas station store, it won’t have all the necessary items you may need to camp.
Don’t expect luxury, but do expect clean bathrooms and great beach access.
WiFI is almost non-existent and cell service is spotty. Come to relax. Don’t come here and plan to work while camping.

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Can you drive to Dauphin Island?

Yes. You can drive through Mobile and take AL 193, a 3-mile bridge, into Dauphin Island. Another way to get to the island is by ferry from Gulf Shores.

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How much does it cost to go to Dauphin Island?

If you take the ferry from Fort Morgan, near Gulf Shores, the ride is about $20 one way and an additional $6 for passengers. The ferry ride takes about 40 minutes. Public beaches on the island often have nominal entrance fees or parking fees, ranging from $3-6.