"To Protect, Preserve and Interpret Alabama's Historic Places."

Photo by Wendy Hyatt

Fort Morgan offers a never ending variety of possibilities for outdoor activities. Beaches, nature trails, bird watching area, fishing. 

Caution should be used in using the beaches as no lifeguards are present. Please be aware that all beaches close at sundown.  

Fort Morgan is a Dog Friendly Site.  Keep dogs on a leash at all times and pick up after them. Beyond the Old Fisherman's Wharf is a Federal Wildlife area so dogs are not permitted beyond that point.

 During the fall migration period, birds use the site as a "fuel" replenishment spot before starting their long trip over the Gulf of Mexico. During the Spring, they repeat the journey in reverse. Because of its location and the importance it plays in these annual events, Fort Morgan was designated one of "One Hundred Globally Important Bird Areas" by the American Bird Conservancy. A part of the Alabama Coastal Birding Trail,  signs are located throughout the site to aid you.

The dune complexes and marshes are protected endangered species habitat. While you may walk along the beach near the dunes, please do not enter the complexes or marshes.

Bird and Wildlife Watching

Photo by Wendy Hyatt

Alabama Coastal Birding Trail:

http://www.alabamacoastalbirdingtrail.com/trails/fort_morgan_loop.asp

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge:

http://www.fws.gov/bonsecour/

Information on the Alabama Beach Mouse:

http://www.fws.gov/daphne/es/abm/ABM_Index.html

Photo by Wendy Hyatt

DO NOT DISTURB NESTING TURTLES!

Signs are posted where areas are closed for visitation.

Caution: Uneven Surfaces, Steep Stairs, Dangerous Wildlife Area.

Staff Photo Jan Dillon

Photo by Staff HWH