Dauphin Island's natural environment is surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico’s turquoise waters. Dauphin Island is a small barrier island boasting a rich history, plenty of wildlife, walking trails, and white sand beaches. The entire island, in fact, is designated as a bird sanctuary and is named as one of the “birdiest coastal communities” in the United States. The three-mile island is one of the top places in North America for viewing spring bird migrations, and also offers several other outdoor activities, such as fishing and kayaking.

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