Nearest Airport
: Mobile, AL
at 37
Miles
Nearest Ferry
: Billy Goat Hole
at 1.5
Miles
Nearest Motorway
: I-10
at 28
Miles
Nearest Beach
: Dauphin Island Public Beach
at 1
Miles
Nearest Barpub
: The Pelican Pub
at 0.4
Miles
Nearest Golf
: Kiva Dunes, Gulf Shores, AL
at 14
Miles
Nearest Restaurant
: BJ's
at 0.4
Miles
Car: necessary
Dauphin Island is a barrier island located three miles south of the mouth of Mobile Bay in the Gulf of Mexico. Entry to the island is made by crossing a three mile long, high rise bridge. An automobile ferry from the eastern shore provides another entry point from Gulf Shores, AL. The island is approximately 14 miles long and 1 ¾ miles wide at the widest point. It is estimated that 1300 permanent residents call Dauphin Island home. The number of residents soars during vacation and holiday times. The entire Island has been designated as a bird sanctuary. Many attractions are located on the east end of the island including a Civil War fort, the Dauphin Island Sea Lab and Estuarium, Audubon Bird Sanctuary and numerous boat launch sites. The Island's beautiful beaches of sugar white sand, public golf course and parks are added attractions located on the west end of the island. Together they make Dauphin Island a wonderful laid-back resort destination.
Other Activities: Biking, kayaking, shelling, wildlife viewing, boating
