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Where adventure comes naturally. www.dauphinislandtourism.com Adventure comes naturally here!

A tranquil and welcoming community, SOMO (South Mobile County) is rich in wildlife, Southern culture, excitement and so much more. You can find everything from the sugar white sand beaches of Dauphin Island and the beauty of Bellingrath Gardens and Fowl River, to the charming atmosphere and unrivaled seafood of Bayou La Batre and Coden. Hop on your bikes and explore all that there is to do or spen

d your days unwinding with the family in our eco-friendly environment. SOMO provides a habitat for the human soul and your four-legged family members as well. Home to some of the few dog friendly beaches left in the country, SOMO is packed full of unique pedestrian walkways, bike trails that run alongside the South’s superior scenic waterways, the nationally known Audubon Bird Sanctuary and some of the finest sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. Get your pulse racing with the exhilaration of an international speedway, the thrill of the catch while deep sea fishing or at any of our acclaimed annual events involving music, the arts, coastal cuisine, outdoor activities and more! SOMO offers all the best of the Gulf Coast in one stunning and easily accessible location.

07/12/2024

Get ready for the PARTY OF THE YEAR tomorrow!!

07/11/2023

With the reopening of the Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, now's the time to plan to get your hands dirty!

🐌🦀🐿️ “We want to return children to their natural habitat, which is outdoors." ~Verna Gates, Fresh Air Family education

07/06/2023

They're BAAACKK! Check out the newly renovated Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab starting Monday, July 10th! 🤩

The renovations are complete, and the Dauphin Island Sea Lab is excited to reopen the Alabama Aquarium on Monday, July 10, 2023. Doors will open once again afte

05/05/2023

#3) Alabama hosts the largest fishing tournament in the world.

If you’re a fan of fishing, you don’t have to travel outside state lines to see some record-breaking catches. The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo on Dauphin Island was founded in 1929 and has become the largest fishing tournament in the world. With 30 awarded categories and a prize package valued at up to $1 million, the three-day event attracts more than 3,000 anglers and 75,000 spectators each year.

If you grew up in Alabama, you likely already know there’s plenty to be proud of here. After all, our state has contributed so much, from amazing music to works of literature to industry innovations – and that’s not even touching on the natural beauty and resources Alabama has to offer. Just b...

04/26/2023

Check out #3 on this list 🦆 and put the Audubon Bird Sanctuary on your to do list!

BRB... headed to Mobile! 🚙💨

03/27/2023

A Sunday Sunset on the Island🌅

📸 Elizabeth Hawkins

03/23/2023

Enjoy an evening under the stars at Water Tower Plaza on Dauphin Island, AL when the talented Mobile Pops perform in concert! This fun event is happening on April 15 at 6:00 p.m. and as always admission is FREE.

Featuring music from The Doors, Whitney Houston, Jimmy Buffet, the Rolling Stones, Queen, and more!

Attendees are reminded to bring lawn chairs, snacks, and bug spray (if needed).

03/16/2023

Hop on down to the Gardens and join in on some “eggstra” special Easter fun!

On April 1, 2023, Bellingrath will host the annual Easter Egg Hunt on the Great Lawn from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Thousands of Easter eggs will be scattered across the lawn for children to gather and then exchange for treats! There will be special hunts for different age groups, as well as prizes, candy and “eggtivities,” which makes this a perfect family outing.

The Great Lawn offers plenty of room for safe, social distanced fun in a noncompetitive setting.

📸 Mobile Bay Magazine

03/13/2023

Today's sunset time: 6:58 PM.

Happy Spring Forward! We love having extra time in the sun on the Island.

📸 Elizabeth Hawkins

03/07/2023

Visiting the island and need something fun to do with the family? Try an afternoon of miniature golf at Island Golf!

Their course suits all levels from beginner to miniature golf pro!

To learn more, check out their page at facebook.com/Dauphinislandgolf

03/06/2023

Jumping for joy because it's Sunday sunset time! 🔅

02/22/2023

“The butterfly is a flying flower. The flower is a tethered butterfly.” — Ponce Denis 🦋

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02/18/2023

Cruisin' on island time💛

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02/10/2023

Mark your calendars for the 74th Annual Blessing of the Fleet in Bayou la Batre, AL!

Take part in a beloved tradition on May 6 & 7, 2023. According to St. Margaret Parish, "The custom of the Blessing of the Fleet can be traced back to Old World European fishing communities where God was publicly acknowledged and asked for a bountiful harvest and the safety of the men at sea."

Enjoy arts & crafts, a boat parade, and lots of local seafood!

To view the full schedule, visit the FB page at facebook.com/FleetBlessingBayouLaBatre

📸 St. Margaret Parish

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Dauphin Island, AL
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A tranquil and welcoming community, SOMO (South Mobile County) is rich in wildlife, Southern culture, excitement and so much more. Adventure comes naturally here! You can find everything from the sugar white sand beaches of Dauphin Island and the beauty of Bellingrath Gardens and Fowl River, to the charming atmosphere and unrivaled seafood of Bayou La Batre and Coden.

Hop on your bikes and explore all that there is to do or spend your days unwinding with the family in our eco-friendly environment. SOMO provides a habitat for the human soul and your four-legged family members as well. Home to some of the few dog friendly beaches left in the country, SOMO is packed full of unique pedestrian walkways, bike trails that run alongside the South’s superior scenic waterways, the nationally known Audubon Bird Sanctuary and some of the finest sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. Get your pulse racing with the exhilaration of an international speedway, the thrill of the catch while deep sea fishing or at any of our acclaimed annual events involving music, the arts, coastal cuisine, outdoor activities and more!

SOMO offers all the best of the Gulf Coast in one stunning and easily accessible location.