Lodging

The Gulf State Park encompasses 6,150 acres of unique landscape on the Gulf of Mexico and features nine diverse ecosystems to explore, including freshwater lakes, dunes, pine savannas, marshes, woodlands, and beaches. It is one of Alabama’s most popular attractions and draws more than 2 million annual visitors.

The Learning Campus of GSP serves as a benchmark for immersive environmental learning, and the perfect facility to host group events. The sustainably designed and operated facilities include indoor and outdoor classrooms, meeting space, overnight accommodations, dining and more.

Lodging options for the Classic include:

  • On-campus Dormitory rooms
    – Available for volunteers, tiers, presenters, exhibitors starting March 1st
    – Available to the general public starting April 1st
  • Hotels in Gulf Shores and nearby Foley
    – Quality Inn in Foley has very good reviews, price for the Classic weekend is $120/nt
  • Rentals (a wide variety) via VRBO, Vacasa, AirBnB
    – Great option for the family; early May rates lower than summer rates

In many cases, you’ll find that condimiums can be a good bargain for multi-day stays, particularly if bringing a family or sharing with three or more attendees.

Map of Gulf Shores State Park: