| Blossoming Art Colony is Picture Perfect on Dauphin Island |
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From its white sand beaches edged by grassy dunes and gently rolling surf, to lush maritime forests and wetlands brimming with wildlife, and a laid back pace usually associated with country living, it's no surprise that Dauphin Island, Alabama has become the picture perfect home to some of the Gulf Coast's most talented artists. "My grandfather, William D. Rockwell, was a second cousin of Norman Rockwell," said Island artist Deborah Jones, "so, maybe that's where my artistic talent comes from." |
| Dauphin Island Beaches have Willingly Gone to the Dogs |
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For many folks the family dog is much more than a pet. It's a companion and a loving member of the family to share life's experiences - experiences such as . . . going to the beach.
The powdery, white sand beaches at Dauphin Island, Alabama are known for being the most pet friendly on the Gulf coast. "We love animals here on Dauphin Island," said Mike Henderson, executive director of the Dauphin Island Parks and Beach Board. |
| Laid Back Island Destination is why Family Fun was Invented |
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Building sandcastles near the surf or peddling along miles of shaded bike trails, dropping a fishing line from a pier, then maybe making a little family history of your own at one of the nation's most well known Civil War sites; this is only the start of your family getaway to beautiful Dauphin Island, Alabama. |
| Winged Guests Land on Dauphin Island for Springtime Visit |
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Beginning in early April, Dauphin Island welcomes the annual return of colorful winged "tourists" as they make the barrier island their first rest stop after an exhausting flight across the Gulf of Mexico from south of the border. |
| Island Camping . . .Summer Fun In The Sun on Dauphin Island, Alabama |
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Set on the historic east end, the Dauphin Island Campground has 150 heavily wooded RV sites, with both 30 and 50 amp power and water. Three quarters of the sites also have sewer connections, and there is a dump station on the property. The facility has bathrooms, hot showers, washers and dryers and more. There is a large event pavilion with its own kitchen that is heavily used by campers and rallies, recreation facilities and planned social activities for both adults and kids. |
| Ghostly Getaway to Dauphin Island |
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"On a clear night the view of Mobile Bay and Baldwin County across the water is incredible, and I always enjoy sharing it," he said. "We slowly drove to the turn-around behind the Fort when I caught a glimpse of a solitary figure on the ramparts." "As I watched, she turned her head slowly and stared silently at our car. Then like a glimmer she faded away," he said. "It was a slow fade, not like someone disappearing down a stairwell or trying to hide. One second she was there, then ... nothing." |