(This post contains sponsored links from the Revival Collective and Sassy Bass. All thoughts, views and opinions are my own.)
✨ Why Visit Fort Morgan? Fort Morgan, Alabama is all about relaxation. With wide-open beaches, unspoiled wildlife, and a slower pace of life, it’s the kind of place where you can truly disconnect. Often called the “quiet side” of Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. Check out my REEL over on IG!
đźš— Getting to Fort Morgan
Traveling to Fort Morgan is simple and scenic.
- By Car: Easy access via the I-65 and I-10 corridors, making it a popular weekend getaway for nearby states.
- By Air: Both Pensacola International Airport and Mobile Regional Airport are under two hours away. The drive includes beautiful views of pines, oaks, and waterways—setting the tone for your beach escape.
🏖 Things to Do in Fort Morgan, Alabama
1. Explore Historic Fort Morgan
Visit the Fort Morgan State Historic Site, a masonry fort central to the Battle of Mobile Bay during the Civil War.
2. Relax on the Beaches
Fort Morgan beaches are peaceful, family-friendly, and less crowded than nearby Gulf Shores.
3. Take the Ferry to Dauphin Island
Hop on the Mobile Bay Ferry for a scenic ride to Dauphin Island, home to Fort Gaines and the Audubon Bird Sanctuary.
Photo from Mobile Ferry website.
4. Wildlife Watching
Fort Morgan sits along the Alabama Coastal Birding Trail and is a sea turtle nesting site—making it a nature lover’s dream.
5. Fishing & Water Adventures
Book a charter for deep-sea fishing, rent kayaks, or simply cast a line off the beach.
🏡 Where to Stay in Fort Morgan
- Beach Rentals: Gulf-front homes and condos ideal for families.
- Pet-Friendly Rentals: Many accommodations welcome pets, and Fort Morgan beaches are pet-friendly too.
- Hotels, Resorts & Rentals Nearby: Stay in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach for more amenities.
Our family stayed in the Morgantown community. And we absolutely enjoyed every minute of our stay! The family-friendly, gulf-front community of Morgantown is perfectly tucked away on the Fort Morgan Peninsula in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Photo is the front of the home with an entryway balcony.
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As you travel west from Gulf Shores along Highway 180 toward Fort Morgan, the landscape begins to unfold like a story—offering fleeting glimpses of open water, coastal wetlands, peaceful walking trails, and stretches of sugar-white sand. Surrounded by a wildlife refuge, natural uplands, and the awe-inspiring Gulf of Mexico, Morgantown greets you with a sense of serenity and charm.
Beach Revival is your perfect getaway! Gather your family and friends and escape to Beach Revival, a beautifully updated beach house! Designed with comfort and coastal style in mind, Beach Revival is the ideal retreat for your next beach vacation, family gathering or work event. Sleeps 12, walking distance or drive your golf cart over to the pools, tennis courts and beach!! We loved staying here in the Morgantown Community! Easy access to walk to the beach, pools, hot tubs or tennis courts!Â
🍤 Where to Eat Near Fort Morgan
Photo from Sassy Bass Facebook.
Sassy Bass Amazin’ Grill – Sassy Bass Amazing Grill in Fort Morgan is a locally owned and operated restaurant serving a variety of dishes, including fresh local seafood, seafood, burgers, and other options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It’s part of the Sassy Bass family of businesses and is known for its fun, casual atmosphere, signature Navy Cove Oysters, and live entertainment. Check out our reel over on IG of our experience over at Sassy Bass!
Grilled Sizzlin’ Oyster PlatterÂ
Four classic toppings and crusty roll for dipping-Rockefeller, Bacon Me Crazy, Garlic Butter, or Bearnaise. These were delicious. Our youngest daughter really enjoyed these, as well!
Big Butt Steak
Classic 24 oz Porterhouse Steak offers two unique steak flavors in one… rich taste of the meaty Kansas City Strip and the tender, buttery-soft Filet Mignon seared to perfection on Sassy Bass’s flat grill, brushed with garlic butter and served with twice baked potato, grilled vegetables & garlic bread! Our whole family loved this meal!
Photo from Tacky Jack’s website.
- Tacky Jacks – Laid-back dining with waterfront views. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are available everyday at Tacky Jacks, along with a view to make each visit a great experience. Tacky Jacks offer wonderful, casual dining for the whole family with the emphasis on FUN. The Tacky Jacks Brand stands for quality, value, family and community. Come join the experience Tacky Jacks.
Photo from Florida Panhandle Website.
- Local Seafood Markets – Grab shrimp or oysters to cook in your rental. Our favorite place to grab seafood is at Joe Patti Seafood. Our family has shopped here for 25 plus years!
🌅 The Perfect Gulf Coast Escape
Whether you’re planning a family vacation, couples’ getaway, or weekend trip, Fort Morgan, Alabama is the Gulf Coast’s best-kept secret. With pristine beaches, rich history, and natural beauty, it’s a place you’ll want to return to again and again.
You can check out our reel on IG, about Revival Collective & Morgantown, here. I’d love to hear your experiences about coming to Fort Morgan! Please share in the comments below! If you have any questions about a Ft. Morgan Vacation, please feel free to reach out! I’d love to hear about your experiences here! Where are your fav spots here in Ft. Morgan and Gulf Shores? Please let me know in the comment box below!
Sweet Southern Grace 