Day trip
Mobile Bay Ferry to Fort Morgan
Drive onto the car ferry and cross the mouth of Mobile Bay to Fort Morgan and the Gulf Shores side, watching for dolphins and pelicans on the way.
From Waterbirds
The landing is on the east end next to the Sea Lab, about 15 minutes’ drive from the house.
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Riding the Ferry
The crossing
The Mobile Bay Ferry runs between the Dauphin Island landing at 112 Bienville Blvd. and Fort Morgan, carrying cars and walk-on passengers. The crossing takes about 40 minutes.
Schedule
It runs daily, weather permitting, with more frequent trips in the busy season. Call (251) 861-3000 or check mobilebayferry.com before you go.
Pets
Leashed dogs can ride along.
Dauphin Island guide
On the Other Side
Fort Morgan
The ferry lands beside Fort Morgan State Historic Site, Fort Gaines’ partner in the 1864 Battle of Mobile Bay.
Jeff Friend Trail
A one-mile, wheelchair-accessible loop through maritime forest to Little Lagoon in Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, a favorite of birders.
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Keep driving east for Gulf State Park, The Hangout and The Wharf.
Tips
Before You Go
- Check the weather and ferry status before you drive to the landing.
- Arrive early on summer weekends.
Hours, prices and schedules change. Check the official source before you go: Mobile Bay Ferry · Alabama Birding Trails: Jeff Friend Trail.
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