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Dauphin Island is a town in Mobile County, Alabama, United States, located on a barrier island also named Dauphin Island. The Gulf of Mexico is to the south of the island; the Mississippi Sound and Mobile Bay are to the north. The island's eastern end helps to define the mouth of Mobile Bay. The eastern, wider portion of the island is shaded by thick stands of pine trees, but the narrow, western part of the island features scrub growth and few trees. Dauphin Island is home to Fort Gaines, Dauphin Island Sea Lab, The Estuarium public aquarium, several restaurants, an airport, boat ramps, a large public pier, new condominium developments, historics sites, and numerous private homes. Beaches attract tourism, and fishing is a popular activity in the waters around the island. The island is connected to the mainland by the Gordon Persons Bridge.

Although the island has several bird sanctuaries, the main one is the 164 acre (66.37 ha) Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Dauphin Island is the first landfall encountered by many birds as they migrate north from South America, and as a consequence many species can be found resting there before continuing their journey.

Many attractions are located on the east end of the island including Fort Gaines, the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Dauphin Island Campground, Audubon Bird Sanctuary and numerous boat launch sites. Dauphin Island has beautiful beaches of sugar white sand, public golf course and parks that are added attractions located on the west end of the island. Together they make Dauphin Island a wonderful laid-back resort destination.

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Bay Front House with Sandy Beach
Bed: 4 Bath: 2 Sleep: 8
Dauphin Island, Alabama, United States
Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bath on Dauphin Island\'s sandy Bay beach. Wonderful sugar white sand, peaceful atmosphere - relax & enjoy! ... View Details
These Are The Days Home Rental
Bed: 5 Bath: 3 Sleep: 10
Dauphin Island, Alabama, United States
Approximately 500 sq feet of covered decks on the Gulf and Bay sides with an additional 250 sq feet of uncovered decking on the Gulf side of home. Sle ... View Details