Fort Morgan in Gulf Shores, Alabama

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Fort Morgan Peninsula is a 22 mile strip of lush semi-tropical beach paradise in the Gulf Shores, Alabama area along the coastline of the Gulf of Mexico. Part of the Fort Morgan Peninsula is in the Gulf Shores city limits and a great deal of it is designated as Bon Secour Wildlife Reserve. The historic Ft. Morgan is at the very end of the  state highway that runs the length of Fort Morgan Peninsula. 

This entire area is known for the outstanding opportunities for bird watching. There are some very nice walking and bicycling trails on Ft. Morgan Road. 

We added a map of the historic Fort Morgan. It is numbered and has descriptions for the major areas. Check it out here.

It is a butterfly and bird lovers paradise and also home to the endangered Alabama Beach Mouse

And there are beach house rentals or condo rentals for a great family vacation or BIG beach houses for a family reunion. 

Fort Morgan, a United States seacoast defense fort on Mobile Point, exhibits the evolution of American coast defense fortifications from 1834 through World War II. The on site museum's collection includes artillery pieces, military uniforms, small arms, accoutrements, and memorabilia from the 19th century through World War II. Archival collections contain many original photographs, manuscripts, and documents. Special programs include a living history encampment the first weekend in August. At various times during the year, War Between the States reenactments take place on the grounds of Ft. Morgan.
* Historical site; history museum; military history site.
* Open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; Saturday-Sunday 9am-5pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
* Partial accessibility. Advance call recommended.
* Admission prices are very reasonable - under $5

New Fort Morgan Photos Added

Sunrise over Little Lagoon on Ft. Morgan Rd about 4 miles from Hwy 59. The condos and homes on West Beach Blvd. can be seen in the distance across Little Lagoon.