Dauphin Island is your ideal destination right off Alabama’s scenic Gulf Coast for a fall break getaway.
You don’t need to take a long trip for some relaxation if you live in or near Alabama when so much awaits just a quick drive south to Dauphin Island.
With plentiful attractively priced Dauphin Island vacation rentals that will help you get your mind off the real world for a little while, there’s a world of fun awaiting this fall!
What is the weather like in the fall?
The weather is mild and pleasant in the fall on Dauphin Island with average highs of 86 in September and lows of 75, highs of 77 in October and lows of 66, and highs of 69 in November and lows of 56. During the fall you’ll get to enjoy plenty of clear days and perfect weather for strolling the beach and shell hunting.
The island’s beaches including the main Dauphin Island Public Beach are open year-round for you and your group to enjoy and explore. Book a Dauphin Island beachfront vacation rentals or one of the Holiday Isle resort rentals for easy access to sun and sand steps from your door.
Although the weather might be a little too cool to swim on some of the fall days, heading out on a fishing charter is the perfect way to get that fresh ocean air and sunshine along with some well-deserved relaxation. You’ll have plenty to choose from right on Dauphin Island including FinAtics Fishing Charters, Harrison Inshore Fishing and Captain Mikes Deep Sea Fishing depending on the type of experience you are looking for.
Choose from a variety of trip options including quick inshore fishing adventures to snag up some nearby flounder, redfish or speckled trout, or head out a bit further with Captain Mike on a 6 to 10 hour offshore to catch some exciting options like grouper, red snapper, cobia, and king mackerel.
Did you know about the famous bird migration?
The fall is prime time to catch over 400 bird species on Dauphin Island, and the Audubon Bird Sanctuary is the ideal place to view them. With 137 acres of natural habitat for these birds and a 3-mile trail system, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to spot migrating birds throughout the fall season.
These species are incredible to witness in person and one of the best reasons to visit the island when the weather starts to get cooler. From fascinating waterfowl, songbirds, seabirds, gulls, shorebirds, wading birds and birds of prey, you’re going to have the best chance of spotting some of Alabama’s rarest species.
The island is the first landfall for many of these species as they rest and recuperate after their long flight, so it’s the perfect chance for you to catch them while enjoying the other exciting natural and manmade attractions on the island!
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Other Fall Events
There’s likely to be something going on during your next fall trip to Dauphin Island. Each month in autumn there’s something to do, in September you’ll find events held by the local art nonprofit group, Art Does It (ADI), throughout the month, a sunset concert on Labor Day Weekend on September 1st at West End Beach, the annual Pirates of Massacre Island event at Historic Fort Gaines on September 14th and 15th 2019 and much more.
A variety of October fall events on Dauphin Island will keep you and your group occupied in between the attractions including a Halloween Bike Ride and Renaissance Fest toward the end of October, Boo at Bellingrath which is also held toward the end of October, trick or treat events and so much more.
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There’s a world of exciting outdoor fun to explore this year with inviting weather and serene, quiet beaches and parks to explore.
No matter what type of outdoor island adventure or event you’re looking for during a fall getaway, you will find it right on Dauphin Island!
Ask us for information on upcoming events around the time that you plan on visiting the island.