Other Things To Do At Gulf Shores (Part 2)

We also visited the Fishing Pier at Gulf Shores.  If you are camping at Gulf State Park, you will get a pass that allows entry onto the fishing pier, free of charge (not including fishing fees).

This large, wide pier is 1540 feet long.  At the entry, there is a "tiki" type bar, bait shop, fishing gear rentals, and restrooms.

One of my favorite things about Gulf State Park is the network of paved trails.  They have a fantastic system

of paved trails along with raised bridges.  These trails run through the campground, the canals/lakes and over to the fishing pier area.

I couldn't resist taking a picture of this sign.  "Swim at your own risk" takes on a whole new meaning.

And yes, there are alligators.

We spotted this one on a trail overlooking a canal.  There was a kayaker on this canal who was blissfully unaware of the alligator.