Things To Do
in Fort Morgan

Lightly battered and deep-fried Gulf shrimp or local fish fillets — widely available at beachside shacks and casual restaurants.

Must-Try!

Fresh Gulf oysters served raw, chargrilled or baked; seasonal and often highlighted on seafood menus at nearby restaurants.

A Southern sandwich popular across the Gulf Coast, often filled with fried shrimp, oysters or roast beef — great for a casual lunch.

Classic Southern accompaniments that pair perfectly with seafood and are staples of local plate meals.

Local produce, baked goods and occasional seafood vendors — a good place to buy picnic items and regional specialties during spring and summer.

Throughout Gulf Shores and Orange Beach you’ll find seasonal food trucks offering tacos, seafood baskets and ice cream — perfect for a quick beach bite.

Standard U.S. tipping norms apply: 15–20% in sit-down restaurants (20% or more for exceptional service), $1–2 per drink at bars, $2–5 for bellhops/housekeeping depending on service and 10–20% for tour guides/charter crews where appropriate. Tips are customary and expected in most service situations.

Credit and debit cards are widely accepted at restaurants and shops; cash is handy for small vendors, markets and tips. Contactless payment and mobile wallets are increasingly supported; carry some cash in remote or seasonal spots where card machines may be limited.

One of the best times to visit: mild temperatures, active bird migration, blooming flora and lower humidity. Great for birding, hiking and early beach days; book around holiday weekends.

Hot, humid and busy with families and tourists; perfect for beach time, water sports and boat outings but expect crowds and higher prices. Afternoon thunderstorms are common and hurricane season (June–November) starts in summer.

Warm, pleasant weather with diminishing crowds; fall migration and fishing seasons are productive and local events continue into autumn. Hurricane risk remains early in the season but generally decreases as fall progresses.

Mild winters with cool nights and comfortable daytime temperatures; quieter tourism-wise and lower rates, but some seasonal businesses and services may have reduced hours.

Several short trails and boardwalks through dunes, maritime forest and wetlands — excellent for birding and quiet nature walks.

A network of trails, boardwalks and multi-use routes around Lake Shelby and coastal habitats that are suitable for walking, biking and wildlife viewing.

Trails and boardwalks along bayou and marsh areas with access to the Mobile-Tensaw Delta — great for paddling and glimpses of delta wildlife.

Unstructured shoreline hikes along wide beaches with opportunities to spot shorebirds, shells and coastal plants.

Local families, service industry workers and people employed in fisheries, tourism and small businesses.

The area attracts retirees seeking mild winters and coastal living, contributing to a steady residential population outside of peak tourist months.

Families and visitors who come in spring and summer for beaches, festivals and fishing — they drive the peak-season economy.

Commercial and recreational fishing communities and boat operators who maintain local maritime traditions.