Description: This is our monthly Fairhope gathering. Tucked along the water’s edge the Fairhope Pier and Beach Park offers not only iconic views of Mobile Bay but its birds too! We will meet at the entrance to the pier and scan the waters for gulls, terns, and other waterbirds. Purple martins are back and getting settled into their quarters over the water, it's always a treat to see.

While most folks come to this spot to check out the water, the tree lines by the bluffs can be a haven for songbirds in the area and aren't to be overlooked. Depending on the weather and bird activity, we will walk either North or South beach park and search for towhees, sparrows, phoebes, and maybe an overwintering warbler or two.

This site is one of the 18 across the coast in Alabama that is monitored as part of the Audubon Coastal Bird Surveys due to its important habitat. We plan on having bird walks at this site throughout the year so folks can see how the bird diversity changes and just how important of a space it is for our feathered friends! All birding levels are welcome, and binoculars will be available to borrow!
No registration needed.

LOCATION DETAILS : Parking and admission to the pier and North Beach Park are currently free. There is construction going on at this site so parking may be limited near the pier. Restrooms are located within walking distance within the park, but not directly by the pier.

TRAVEL INFORMATION :

ADDRESS: 4 N Beach Rd, Fairhope, AL 36532There are restrooms located within walking distance in the park but not directly by the pier.
We will meet by the entrance to the pier.
Please note that during good weather, parking at the pier may be crowded during certain parts of the day.

TRIP LEADER: Cortney Weatherby // cortney@alaudubon.org // (402) 297-1775

Accessibility: The area covered for this walk will be the boardwalk or paved trail/road, occasionally moving into the grass to avoid traffic.

Picture Owner & Credit: Allison Graves, eBird