Orange Beach · Alabama · USA
Alabama Point East Beach
You'll park steps from the surf at this easternmost stretch of Orange Beach, where the sand squeaks underfoot and fishing boats thread through Perdido Pass just offshore. The beach bends toward the state line, giving you two sunrises over water if you time the tide right.
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You'll park steps from the surf at this easternmost stretch of Orange Beach, where the sand squeaks underfoot and fishing boats thread through Perdido Pass just offshore. The beach bends toward the state line, giving you two sunrises over water if you time the tide right.
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About this beach
Where it is
Alabama Point East Beach
Orange Beach, Alabama, USA
30.2787°, -87.5586°
Top things to do
At Alabama Point East Beach
Wade the Pass
Watch tidal currents shift hourly
Sunrise Double Exposure
Gulf and pass glow together
Dockside Shrimp
Boats unload fresh catches daily
Paddle Perdido
Launch into calm marsh water
Near this beach
Places, rentals, tours and events within walking and driving distance of Alabama Point East Beach.
Questions people actually ask about Alabama Point East Beach.
Is Alabama Point East Beach safe for swimming?
Alabama Point East Beach is generally safe for swimming, with calm Gulf waters typical of Orange Beach. Lifeguards are not always on duty, so swim at your own risk and check local beach flags for daily conditions. The area can have occasional rip currents, especially during storms or high winds. The beach sits near the pass where Mobile Bay meets the Gulf, which can create stronger currents. Always supervise children closely and avoid swimming near the jetty rocks where currents are stronger.
When is the best time to visit Alabama Point East Beach?
Alabama Point East Beach is accessible year-round, but May through September offers the warmest water temperatures (75-85°F) and best swimming conditions. Summer gets crowded and hot, with occasional afternoon thunderstorms. Spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) provide pleasant weather with fewer crowds and comfortable temperatures in the 70s-80s. Winter is quieter with cooler air temperatures, but you can still enjoy beach walks and dolphin watching. Hurricane season runs June through November, so monitor weather forecasts during those months.
