According to the site, Gulf Shores made the list because of an unbeatable 23-mile stretch of beach from Orange Beach to Fort Morgan, as well as the many variety of fish species anglers can catch.

This charming Alabama lake is tucked away in Gulf State Park, and it's a hidden gem that's great for fishing, swimming, kayaking, and hiking.

Visit Gulf State Park In addition to the beach access, Gulf State Park offers over 6,000 acres of outdoor recreation, from fishing to kayaking and more.

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism maintains an online guide to many local rental and paddle tour operations. Sift through them and you can find everything from simple rentals to guided tours to ...

The Engineered Beach Renourishment Project for Orange Beach, Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores plans to restore dunes constructed in a 2001-2005 project but toppled by subsequent hurricanes.