Beach Parking

The City of Gulf Shores has the pleasure of offering residents with current Hurricane Re-Entry / Beach Parking Decals free parking at all paid City public parking lots. For guests and visitors who do not have a Hurricane Re-Entry / Beach Parking Decal, we offer a variety of paid parking and free parking areas. 

Paid Parking Locations

Gulf Shores has partnered with ParkMobile to make beach parking payments easier than ever. With the ParkMobile app, you can find and pay for parking using your mobile device, adding convenience to your beach trip. Paid parking in Gulf Shores is in place from March 1 through November 30 each year. Paid parking hours are from  7 a.m. to 2 a.m.

ParkMobile Payment Directions:

How it Works:

  1. Download the ParkMobile App: Get the app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
  2. Create an Account: Sign up for a ParkMobile account.
  3. Find Your Parking: When you're ready to park, open the app and enter the zone number posted on the ParkMobile sign.
  4. Select Your Duration: Choose how long you want to park. 
  5. Pay and Enjoy the Beach: Confirm your information and start your parking session. Relax and enjoy Gulf Shores' beautiful beaches. 

ParkMobile Perks:

  • Easy Extensions: Need more time? Extend your parking session from the app. 
  • Reminders: Get notified when your parking session is about to expire. 
  • Digital Receipts: No more hassle with parking stubs or meters. 

ParkMobile is available throughout Gulf Shores: Look for ParkMobile signs at your favorite beach spots and pay for parking from your phone. It's the easy way to park and play in Gulf Shores! 

Paid Parking Locations

The City of Gulf Shores operates a paid parking system in the following public beach parking locations: 

  • Gulf Place (main public beach area)
    • $5 for 4 hours
    • $15 all-day
  • West Gulf Place
    • $15 all-day
  • West 5th Street
    • $5 for 4 hours
    • $15 all-day
  • West 6th Street
    • $15 all-day
  • West 10th Street
    • $15 all-day
  • West 13th Street
    • $15 all-day
  • Lagoon Pass
    • $15 all-day

Free Parking Locations

Free locations include on-street parking in the following locations:

  • East 1st Avenue
  • East 1st Street 
  • East 2nd Street
  • West 1st Avenue
  • West 2nd Avenue
  • West 1st Street
  • West 2nd Street
  • West 5th Street North of Beach Boulevard
  • West 12th Street

Gulf Shores Residents Park for Free

City of Gulf Shores Corporate Limits residents and people who own property within the Corporate Limits and who have a valid Hurricane Re-Entry / Beach Parking Pass may park at all paid public parking locations without payment. Hurricane Re-Entry / Beach Parking Passes must be clearly displayed and permanently affixed on the driver's side of the front windshield of the vehicle at the time of parking.

For more information about Hurricane Re-Entry / Beach Parking Passes, click here.

East Gulf Place Resident-Only Parking Area

The East Gulf Place parking area has been designated as a permit ONLY parking area for Gulf Shores residents and property owners who have a valid Hurricane Re-Entry / Beach Parking Decal year-round. Those parking in this area without a current Hurricane Re-Entry / Beach Parking Decal PERMANENTLY AFFIXED TO THE WINDSHIELD are subject to towing and/or a fine. 

For more information, please contact the non-emergency police dispatch line at 251-968-2431.

*Overnight Parking is Prohibited on City Right-of-Way or Public Property*

Contact Us

  1. Gulf Shores Police Department

    GSPDtips@gulfshoresal.gov
    Phone: (251) 968-2431