Orange Beach Beach Info

Beach Info for Orange Beach

Public Beach Accesses in Orange Beach

Beach warning flags for Orange Beach, Alabama
Tents & Sunshades:
Tents and sunshades are allowed north of the Mean High Tide Line as represented by posted signage.
Orange Beach Shade Tent Rules on the Beach
Alcohol on the Beach:
Per the City of Orange Beach: "Drinking alcohol is allowed on the beach but glass containers are strictly prohibited."
Releasing Balloons:
The City of Orange Beach does not have an ordinance that prohibits the release of helium balloons on the beach. 
Balloons are prohibited from containing fire or combustible material (such as candles, lights, lighters, etc.).
Balloons end up as debris and oftentimes are detrimental to our wildlife and sea life. 
Beach Weddings:
Orange Beach weddings held at any public beach access points (such as Alabama Point, Cotton Bayou Beach Access, etc), you will need to contact the Gulf State Park for a permit; call 251-948-7275 between the hours of 8am & 4pm, Monday through Friday.
Fires on the Beach:
No open fires or use of flammable items, including but not limited to charcoal or gas grills, tiki torches and/or fireworks per are not allowed on beaches.
Dogs on Beaches:
Dogs are not allowed on the Gulf Beaches in Orange Beach, Gulf Shores or Perdido Key.
There are 4 dog parks in our area, see map below. 
Vehicles on the Beach:
Only authorized government vehicles and beach maintenance vehicles are allowed on the beach.
Fishing on the Beach:
Fishing is allowed on the beach but chumming and/or shark fishing is prohibited. Please be considerate of swimmers.
Metal Detecting on the Beach:
Metal detecting is allowed on the beach but the City respectfully requests that holes be returned to natural grade following investigation.

Drones:
Drones are prohibited on any public beach in Orange Beach without proper permitting.

Dead or Injured Animals/Mammals:
Call Orange Beach Police Department at 251-981-9777. 
Depending on the circumstance related to the animal, the Dispatcher will route the call to the appropriate department. 
Camping on Beaches:
Camping on any public beach is prohibited.

Orange Beach Surf Rescue

Orange Beach Lifeguard Stand

The Orange Beach Fire Department's Beach Safety Division had humble beginnings. Surf Rescue was formed in 2008 starting out under Parks & Recreation, daily patrols consisted of two USLA trained lifeguards covering 7 1/2 miles of coastline and educating visitors about beach and water safety. Ten years later Surf Rescue has grown tremendously receiving the title "Molly's Patrol," thanks to the generous donations from Tommy and Rebecca Bryant.


Molly's Patrol was established in the memory of Molly Bryant to further educate beach goers about the hidden dangers of rip currents and other beach hazards. On January 1, 2012 Surf Rescue was moved to the Fire Department and the Beach Safety Division was created.


As Lifeguards our goal is to provide a safe beach environment for all of our visitors. Feel free to stop by any lifeguard tower to ask about current beach conditions or regulations.

Our Team

 

  • Surf Rescue operates as an Advanced United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) agency providing water safety and medical aid.
  • We consist of 20 lifeguards: 2 full time and 18 seasonal employees.
  • Covering almost 8 miles of coastline ranging from Flora-Bama to the Gulf State Park Pavilion.
  • Lifeguards operate from March til September every day from 10 a.m. til 6 p.m.
  • Surf Rescue has five towers stationed at public beaches:
  • Tower 1 at Shell Beach
  • Tower 2 at Alabama Point East
  • Tower 3 and Tower 4 at Cotton Bayou
  • Tower 5 at Romar Beach
  • Roving Lifeguards cover the rest of the beach using 4 Honda MUV’s, 2 Beach Trucks, and 1 Jet Ski.

 

Contact Information

 

 


DAILY SURF/BEACH CONDITION INFO LINE: 251-981-SURF (7873).

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