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From original art to that special gift for a friend, family member or yourself, you’re sure to find a treasured keepsake on your next visit to Dauphin Island. < Back The Happy Octopus Locally owned beach boutique caring something for the entire family + friends! Innovative Designs Our goal is to put the "fun" in functional fashion. We know that looking stylish can make your whole day better; that's why we're committed to being your source for the newest trends. We have clothing you love so you can focus on looking great! (251) 861-2218 205 Lemoyne Dr, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA Facebook Website

Explore our website for great ideas on how to experience Dauphin Island first hand. And we hope to see you on the island soon! About Dauphin Island Dauphin Island offers an authentic taste of the beautiful Gulf Coast. It is a quaint, small southern town with a strong marine culture, an eclectic mix of locally owned shops and galleries, and laid-back restaurants that serve delicious locally harvested seafood. You’ll also find miles of uncrowded, pristine beaches, excellent fishing and a historic, storied past. Dauphin Island has been designated as the “Sunset Capital of Alabama,” so you haven’t lived until you’ve experienced the approaching dusk of day from any point on the island. Located at the southernmost point of Alabama – 3 miles south of the Mobile Bay – Dauphin Island feels worlds away, but is easy to reach. Just a short drive off I-10, between Biloxi, Mississippi and Mobile, Alabama, the island welcomes you with views from a 3- mile-long high-rise bridge. An automobile and passenger ferry from the eastern shore also offers a dramatic entry point on the eastern end of the island. This pristine barrier island has long been a beloved destination for visitors and residents alike. Some 1,300 permanent residents inhabit the 14-mile-long island, which is only 1 ¾ miles wide at the widest point. Be sure to visit the Dauphin Island Welcome Center, located at the Dauphin Island Chamber of Commerce. The center is staffed with friendly locals with the latest information for new residents and visitors. A wonderful place to live and an unforgettable place to visit, the entire island has been designated as a bird sanctuary, and thousands of visitors come to experience the annual migrations. And birds aren’t the only species that flock to the island! For years, the island has been a favorite place to live and raise a family. The island, and the extraordinary Dauphin Island Elementary School, represent the ideal small town – a tight-knit community with low crime, a slower pace and wholesome fun. Exciting attractions are located on the east end of the island including historic Fort Gaines, the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Audubon Bird Sanctuary and numerous boat launch sites. On the west end of the island you’ll find our beautiful beaches of sugar white sand, public golf and parks with ancient oaks. Together, they make Dauphin Island a wonderful, relaxed resort destination. Accommodations include hotels, motels, condominiums and private homes – all available for rental in every season. Laid-back restaurants dot the island and offer fresh seafood harvested from the Gulf waters as well as traditional menu items. Fishing is a favorite pastime and includes shallow-water fishing on the Gulf beaches and from piers on the Mississippi Sound, and exciting chartered deep-water fishing excursions. Swimmers and surfers enjoy the Gulf waves and kites fill the skies above the beaches, floating on Gulf breezes. Beachcombers walk the pristine shoreline in search of treasured shells, while sea birds and ghost crabs frolic on land and sea. Explore our website for great ideas on how to experience Dauphin Island firsthand. We hope to see you on the island soon! Check out some of our informational brochures to learn more about the following! Sand Dunes Island Sea Turtles Local Birds & Fish Wetlands Maritime Forests Volunteering Check with Town Hall about volunteering for events that are Town sponsored or committees that are formed by the Town. Support your community!

Our mouthwatering seafood is harvested locally and includes delicious shrimp, oysters, fish and crab. Whatever you and your family are craving, you’ll find it here. < Back Foxy’s Waffle Bar and Sugar Den Amazing waffles, hot and iced coffee, milkshakes, smoothies, fresh fruit bowls, smoothie bowls and vanilla ice cream ALL CHILL! NO FRILL! Just that good! (251) 861-5683 202 Lemoyne Dr, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA Website

Exciting attractions are located on the island ranging from Fort Gaines to public golf and sugar white sands to the Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Come see us today! < Back Bayou Heron Lake Picnic tables and small dock for fishing. West Cadillac Avenue and Penalver St. Aloe Bay Landing Park Waterfront picnic tables, Desoto Avenue, next to Pelican Pub. 1608 Cadillac Ave, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA Website

The Town of Dauphin Island has successfully secured funding from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundaiotn Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund (NFWFGEBF) to restore the beach and dunes along the East End of the island. DI East End Beach & Dune Restoration Update to Dune Ordinance East End Project Performance - Year 1 FAQs Fact Sheet - How Sand Moves Construction Fact Sheet #25 Construction Fact Sheet #24 Construction Fact Sheet #23 Construction Fact Sheet #22 Construction Fact Sheet #21 Construction Fact Sheet #20 Construction Fact Sheet #19 Construction Fact Sheet #18 Construction Fact Sheet #17 Construction Fact Sheet #16 Construction Fact Sheet #15 Construction Fact Sheet #14 Construction Fact Sheet #13 Construction Fact Sheet #12 Construction Fact Sheet #11 The East End project was built in 2024 Mean High Tide Line Slideshow 2.8.2024 Slideshow 9.14.2023 Slideshow 9.12.2022 Slideshow 1.20.22 Slideshow 6.29.21 Project Update 11/13/2024 This successful project has accomplished the following: • 1,120,000 cubic yards of sand placement • 400 feet wider beaches • 60 acres of beach habitat created • 20 acres of dune habitat created • 12,400 linear feet of sand fence • 50 signs installed • 693,000 native dune plants of multiple varieties planted Construction Fact Sheet #10 Construction Fact Sheet #9 Project Fact Sheet #8 Project Fact Sheet #7 Project Fact Sheet #6 (pdf) Project Fact Sheet #5 (pdf) Project Fact Sheet #4 (pdf) Project Fact Sheet #3 (pdf) Project Fact Sheet #2 (pdf) Project Fact Sheet #1 (pdf)

Exciting attractions are located on the island ranging from Fort Gaines to public golf and sugar white sands to the Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Come see us today! < Back Beach Portraits LET'S MAKE YOUR VACATION ONE TO REMEMBER! You've taken the time to plan the perfect getaway for your family, now it's time to make sure all that joy is captured through beautiful photos! Experience a stress-free, fun session at sunrise or sunset with your experienced, local island photographer. Take more than just sand home from your vacation! Contact SUSANNA WOMACK PHOTOGRAPHY today for booking info! Specializing in: Family Beach Portraits Beach Weddings Beach Proposals Mermaid Minis 601-508-2418 807 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL, USA Website

Find helpful emergency information, such as the evacuation route, emergency preparedness help, re-entry procedures, and emergency contacts. Current Weather Flood Information Evacuation Route Have your evacuation plan before disaster strikes. Emergency Information In case of emergency call 911. Useful Contacts FEMA FEMA FAQs Emergency Preparedness Always be prepared.Do you have critical supplies? Re-Entry Passes Information about returning to the Island after an emergency.

Whether you are coming for a day or a lifetime, we welcome you! There are two ways to get here from just outside of Mobile: either I-65 or the I-10 interchange. Travel Info Whether you are coming for a day or a lifetime, we welcome you! There are two ways to get here from Mobile's I-65 and I-10 interchange. While the first is the quickest and more direct, the second is very scenic and thrilling! Directions From Mobile: Merge onto I-10 west – 2.1 mi Take exit 17A-17B to merge onto AL-193 S/Rangeline Rd toward Dauphin Island – 8.3 mi Turn left onto AL-193 S - 0.8 mi Turn right to stay on AL-193 S – 18.0 mi Summary: 29.3 miles (35 minutes) From the Ferry: Depart I-10 Exit 44 on Ramp (East) – 0.3 mi Merge onto SR-59 (South) – 1.3 mi Bear LEFT (South-East) onto US-90 [N Hickory St] – 5.3 mi Continue (South) on SR-59 [Milwaukee St] – 21.6 mi Turn RIGHT (West) onto SR-180 [W Fort Morgan Rd] – 21.2 mi Summary: 49.8 miles (2 hours) Click for turn-by-turn directions 1101 Bienville Road, AL 36528 Dauphin Island Ferry Mobile Bay Ferry (HMS-Alabama) 1606 B Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528 (251) 861-3000 email mobilebayferry.com Departs Dauphin Island every hour and a half, starting at 8:00 AM. The company operates more frequently with two ferries during June, July and August. For more information please call.

You’ll find plenty of choices when it comes to selecting accommodations for your stay here. Choose from lovely beach homes of all sizes, campgrounds, condo rentals and more. < Back Dauphin Island Real Estate Dauphin Island, Alabama's Sunset Capital, is off the beaten path, located 3 miles off Alabama's Gulf Coast, 35 miles to the south of historic Mobile. Our beautiful beaches are never crowded, even during the peak summer season. Enjoy the Gulf Coast's best sportfishing, the freshest seafood, unlimited water sports, beachcombing, and world-class birding. Most importantly. come and enjoy the"laid-back" atmosphere on beautiful Dauphin Island, Alabama's Undiscovered Treasure! 'Offering Quality Sales Properties and Beach Vacation Rentals on Beautiful Dauphin Island, Alabama' (251) 861-8042 1604 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA Website

Our mouthwatering seafood is harvested locally and includes delicious shrimp, oysters, fish and crab. Whatever you and your family are craving, you’ll find it here. < Back Lighthouse Bakery Every morning the Lighthouse bakery opens, the front case is filled with freshly baked sweets and goods. Enjoy them with a warm cup of our fresh ground coffee. Everything in the bakery is made fresh every morning in the kitchen from scratch with the original recipes of Mrs. Mary Scarcliff, managed by her daughter Christa Jones. What types of sweets do you ask? Yummy things such as Cinnamon roll cinnamon pecan rolls, Strawberry, Rasberry, and plain Cream cheese danish, Apple, Blueberry, and cherry turnovers, a variety of muffins, fresh Croissants, bacon wraps, pigs in a blanket, cookies, and much more! Don't miss out on the fresh coffee experiences we have to offer. Gormet coffees freshly roasted in Mobile, AL by Carpe Diem are ground and brewed here for each pot of coffee. Our Lattes and Capachinos are made with real freshly ground espresso beans for each cup of coffee for the true coffe lover to enjoy. Breakfast specials for every day of the week, but our most popular are the Omlettes on Sunday mornings. Large 3 egg omlettes made with your choice of fresh Crab meat, Ham, or Sausage. With sevral chesses to choose from along with onions, green peppers, mushrooms, tomoatoes , spinach, and jalapeños if you'd like a veggie omlete instead. The bakery is full of many Made in America items and arts of all sorts by local artists such as paintings and jewelry. It would be a pleasure to serve you at the Lighthouse Bakery ~~CLOSED ON MONDAYS & TUESDAYS~~ (251) 861-2253 919 Chaumont Ave, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA Website

From original art to that special gift for a friend, family member or yourself, you’re sure to find a treasured keepsake on your next visit to Dauphin Island. < Back Dauphin Island Hospitality GROCERY SERVICES: Imagine arriving at your beach rental and finding it already stocked with groceries for the week. Wouldn’t that be a great way to start a relaxing week on Dauphin Island?Nobody wants to stop for groceries after a long drive to the island. Now, you don't have to! Just give us a call to arrange delivery to your vacation rental home. It's easy and affordable. AVAILABILITY IS LIMITED AND ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED Email us at dihospitality.com@gmail.com for to reserve your spot. (251) 861-1052 PO Box Dauphin Island, AL, USA Facebook Website

For quick access to public parking, trolley stops, and beach access points, refer to our handy map for information. Beach access: The Town of Dauphin Island is now using ParkMobile for parking at these beaches, all ZONE 95202 . East End Beach - behind Historic Fort Gaines Middle Beach - next to the Dauphin Island Elementary School ( CLOSED for improvements beginning 10/06/2025 until spring 2026) Bienville Beach - 1917 Bienville Boulevard West End Beach - 3000 Bienville Boulevard Pay once and park at all 3 beaches today! April 1 - September 30 - pay $10.35 from 8am - 7pm. October 1 - March 31 pay $5.35 from 8am - 5pm. The Town is using the ParkMobile system to collect payment of parking fees. Beach goers will continue to be able to move between beaches on the same day without paying a second fee. Daily fees allow same day visits to the four (4) town-owned beaches and expire at 12:01AM the following day of purchase. Illegally parked vehicles are subject to booting and/or towing at owner's expense! Customers are encouraged to download the ParkMobile app, pay online, via text or Google Pay. Resident/property owner decals are available at Town Hall for $5 per decal. Annual passes for the general public are available for $150. Annual passes are prorated to $75 on July 1st and to $50 after Labor Day. The annual passes can be purchased at Town Hall during business hours Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm or during non-business hours seasonally March – September by calling a parking enforcement officer at 251-372-4640 or 251-372-4642. Side Street Parking: Dauphin Island property owners may park on the following West End side streets to access the beach: Raphael Semmes, St. Stephens, Sam Houston, and Sehoy. A permit must be displayed to park there (payment is not accepted at these locations). Acceptable permits are either a resident/property owner decal (available at Town Hall) affixed to the vehicle. Vehicles without proper permits are subject to booting, ticketing, and/or towing at owner’s expense. There are a number of side streets that do NOT provide beach access (without crossing over /onto private property). Signage will indicate “no access to beach” in these areas. Beach Access & Visitor Parking For quick access to public parking, click below to enlarge map.