Fort Gaines
Dauphin Island, AL
A brick fort guarding the mouth of Mobile Bay, where the 1864 Battle of Mobile Bay was fought offshore. Walk the ramparts and tunnels.
- Nearest town
- Dauphin Island, AL
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 30.2480, -88.0754
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Featured in these trip guides
Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Dauphin Island CampgroundCampsite0 mi from Fort Gaines · 151 pitchesTentsCaravansWaste disposalWi-Fi
- The Plantations At Fish RiverMotorhome stopover19 mi from Fort GainesMotorhomes
- Camellia RV ParkMotorhome stopover19 mi from Fort GainesMotorhomes
- Magnolia Springs RV Hideaway CampgroundMotorhome stopover20 mi from Fort GainesMotorhomes
- Coastal Paradise RV ResortMotorhome stopover23 mi from Fort GainesMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
- Anchors Aweigh RV ResortMotorhome stopover25 mi from Fort GainesMotorhomes
All campsites in Alabama · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Fort Gaines?
Fort Gaines is in Dauphin Island, AL, at GPS 30.2480, -88.0754. It is about 22 mi from Fairhope.
Can you camp near Fort Gaines?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Dauphin Island Campground, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 40 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Fort Gaines?
Fort Gaines is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Mobile Bay and Alabama’s Gulf Shores.
What is there to see near Fort Gaines?
Places worth a stop nearby: Fort Morgan State Historic Site (3 mi), Bellingrath Gardens and Home (14 mi), Fairhope Municipal Pier (22 mi) and Gulf State Park (26 mi).
When is the best time to visit Fort Gaines?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)