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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.
The main deck is 48' long x 87' wide and the lower deck is 67'x60'x60'.   

You may rent the Beach Pavilion from 5pm - 10pm. The cost is $500
May 1st - July 31st and August 1st - April 30th the cost is $250.00. 
For more information on Beach Pavilion Rentals, please ask for Penny with Special Events at (251) 968-7296 or gulf.statepark@dcnr.alabama.gov  

Click Here for Guidelines on Beach Pavilion Rentals

You may have your wedding on the beach. A permit is required for any Gulf State Park Beach Access, this includes Cotton Bayou, Romar Beach, Alabama/Florida Point and Shell Beach. The cost is $50.
For more information on beach weddings, please ask for Penny with
Special Events at (251) 968-7296 or gulf.statepark@dcnr.alabama.gov  

Click Here for Guidelines on Beach Wedding Permits

A photography/video permit is required for any commerical photos/videos on
Gulf State Park Park property. The cost is $25 for a one time permit and $150 for a yearly permit. Please contact Nicole at (251) 948-7275 or gulf.statepark@dcnr.alabama.gov Monday - Friday 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