When Hurricane Sally pummeled coastal Alabama in September, it left a lot of destruction in its path. One of the most popular winter camping destinations, Gulf State Park, was hit hard.
A long-term recovery operation is underway at the park. Most of the trails are open, as well as recreational areas. The campground is partially open and may be complete by the first of the year.
Located close to the beach and connected to the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail, Gulf State Park is a highly sought-after winter camping haven. In fact, their website indicates that monthly reservations for November 2021–March 2022 opened on December 1.
Some of the amenities that make this campground so popular:
- 11 bath houses
- Laundry facilities
- Access to trails that connect all 28 miles of walking and biking trails
- Campstore with food, firewood, camping supplies, souvenirs, bike rentals and more
- Nature center with native flora and fauna displays and ongoing weekly activities
- Swimming pool with splash pad
- Tennis/pickleball courts
- Horseshoe courts
- Volleyball courts
If you already have reservations, be sure to visit the website and their Facebook page regularly for updates.