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Featured amenities

General Store General Store
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Restrooms Restrooms
Showers Showers
Swimming Pool Swimming Pool

Activities & Attractions

On property

Basketball

Basketball

Year-round
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

General Store General Store
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Restrooms Restrooms
Showers Showers
Swimming Pool Swimming Pool
Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • Laundry
Connectivity and Media

Connectivity and Media

  • Wi Fi
  • Cable TV
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • General Store
  • Waste Disposal
  • Swimming Pool
  • Basketball Court
  • Playground
  • Game / Community Room
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet Area
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Reviews

5 reviews

Summary

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Island Retreat RV Park is a well-maintained campground with a great location near Gulf Shores, providing easy access to bike trails and the beach. Guests appreciate the clean facilities, friendly staff, and the family-oriented atmosphere. Despite some minor noise issues from a neighboring property, the overall experience is positive, with many visitors eager to return.

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Kim Skelding

Kim Skelding

December 8, 2025 Google Maps

We love Gulf Shores and now we have a great place to land when we make plans to visit. Island Retreat was one of the best RV parks we stayed at in our adventures this year and plan to return next year. The park was clean and the staff were so kind, friendly, and helpful. We had a great month and hated to leave. They prepared a pre Thanksgiving luncheon that was absolutely delicious and we met some of the nicest people. It was so delightful. The park is close to the beach, shopping, dining and all kinds of activities.
We will be back for sure.❤️

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Toni pearson

Toni pearson

April 6, 2026 Google Maps

My husband and I recently visited Island Retreat RVPark and had the best time. Each person went above and beyond to make our stay pleasant.
Brad and Tyde were both amazing.
We took our e-bikes and rode over 35 mi. Bike trails were accessible in either direction you wanted to go. From the public beach to Dollar General or to the Gulf State Park.

We will visit this park again!!

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Mark Hunter

Mark Hunter

April 14, 2026 Google Maps

Great location at Gulf Shores for camping. This is a very well maintained campground with clean, modern updated bathhouses! There is a 8 ft wide asphalt trail that runs parallel with the main road that sits a safe 50 ft from the highway that was awesome for walking our dogs every morning. It’s stretches for miles both directions. The campground is nestled in the middle of desirable neighborhoods. This was our first trip to the area. We found it to be not full of all the hype that goes with beach areas. It’s extremely family oriented and safe. Orange Beach is a beautiful beach and shopping area.

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Mary M

Mary M

May 26, 2026 Google Maps

Loved this campground and surroundings!! Bike trail is located right at the entrance. Go either way and you’ll experience numerous pines, magnolias, & honeysuckle We rode to Hugh Branyon Backcountry Trail and enjoyed the marshes and rugged bridges around Lake Shelby. So close to the beach. Beautiful place. We’ll be back

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THOMAS WILLIAMSON

THOMAS WILLIAMSON

May 28, 2026 Google Maps

Great spot. Very close to town. I did not hear another person’s music the entire time we were here and for that I would give 10 stars if I could. Some local on the adjacent property is, apparently, an amateur gas powered leaf blower enthusiast who ran one constantly for about 3.5 hours one day. Mercifully, he stopped at sundown. Still better than listening to other people’s music. There is a walking/ bike trail that goes to the state park. Pool area was clean. Plenty of chairs, tables, and umbrellas every time we went. Spaces are tight but not overly so. Great value for the money. Would stay here again.

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Location & Directions for Island Retreat RV Park

18201 Alabama 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 United States

Nearest town

Gulf Shores, AL - 2 mi

About 4 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is on Alabama 180. Alabama 59 is a short drive away and Alabama 182 is a short drive away.

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Last updated: November 1, 2026

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Population: 16,401

Nearby city: Pensacola, FL

Approx. 32 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 10 ft

Best Season: Summer

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