Realty Executives Gulf Coast
With the recent news of several Alabama State Parks closings, we are fortunate to have the Gulf State Park here in Gulf Shores. The Gulf State Park will not be on the chopping block according to Gov. Bentley.
That’s good news for locals and visitors. The park has thousands of visitors with most locals enjoying it on a daily basis.
The Gulf State Park includes some 6,150 acres with two miles of sugar white sand beaches across both Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama. The Gulf State Park has modern campgrounds, cabins, cottages, primitive campsites and newly introduced this year Outposts campsites which are unique to our area. The 20 modern cabins and 11 cottages can be found along Shelby Lake and the natural surroundings with 4 completely secluded in “the woods.”
All are within walking distance of playgrounds for children, hiking and biking trails and the Refuge Golf Course.
The Hugh S. Branyon BackCountry Trails are some of the most extensive nature hiking and biking trails in the state of Alabama. With restrooms, water stations, wooden benches and swings dot the paths. All trails are leveled asphalt and with exception to the Gulf Oak Trail, most are flat surfaced. The newly added Coyote Crossing trail connected the Fort Morgan Road Trail for a hiking or biking experience that explores Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores, and Orange Beach providing almost 20 miles of exercise.
Gulf State Park also boasts the largest fishing pier in the Gulf of Mexico. Open 24 hours for day & night fishing as well as for the curious. Take a stroll to get a hands on view of what swims in the gulf. Or make a easy stop at Walmart and pick up your own fishing license and supplies for a day or night of fun. The Pier offers daily, weekly, monthly, semiannual, and annual fishing permits for adults and children, (11 and under),as follows.
Fishing Permit (Adults / Children 11 and under)
Rod & Reel Rentals
Sightsee
Children under the age 11 and under fish for free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Click here to view Pier Regulations or here for creel and size limit information.
An interactive nature center,swimming pool and splash pad, tennis courts, 900 acre Lake Shelby with picnic area, zipline course, Gulf Adventure Center and a large multi-purpose beach pavilion with restrooms and snack bar make the Gulf State Park an all inclusive vacation in and of itself.
There’s something for every age and adventure seeker at the Gulf State park. Make your plans today and find out what hidden gems are waiting for you in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama.
Baldwin County is the largest county in the state of Alabama with some 1,596 square miles nestled in between the metropolitan areas of Mobile, Alabama, and Pensacola, Florida. With a population of over 200,000, this area continues to grow despite several economic setbacks and natural disasters over the course of the last decade.
What is the attraction? Could it be the low sales and real estate taxes? The Alabama Gulf Coastal attractions? Is it the low unemployment rate?
There are many contributing factors that draw people to Baldwin County and the growth rate is expected to continue on into 2018 at a 30% growth rate.
As a real estate company, our focus is on providing the best and most accurate information available to our clients. Our duty is to become proactive in our striving to promote our area. Here are a few forecasted factors contributing to the projected 30% growth.
1. The age of those moving to the Baldwin County area are between 18-45.
2. Most moving into Baldwin County are commuting to Mobile or Pensacola for work.
3. Job growth rate for the next 10 years in Mobile is expected to increase by 30%. See here, Economy in Mobile
4. The cost of living in Baldwin County is below national average.
5. Of those moving, over 26% have a bachelor's degree or higher and are white collar workers.
6. 1 in 10 hold a graduate’s degree.
7. Medium income is projected at $49,000.
What does this have to do with us? With increased growth housing needs will rise. An easy route to Mobile or short commute will be desired. Preparing for new growth and becoming proactive now will increase our chances in providing those seeking homes with the best options available.
To read more visit, Baldwin County Demographics
FAST FACTS ABOUT THE ALABAMA GULF COAST
32 Miles of Beachfront 28 Champion Golf Courses
3 Local Hospitals 7 Universities Within 50+Miles
9 Community Colleges Within 50+Miles
Named One of the “10 Best Weekend Getaways” by Southern Living Magazine
For more information, contact one of our many professional real estate salespersons who can help you find the perfect spot to call home on the Alabama Gulf Coast.
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