Orange Beach Walker Island
Walker Island was purchased by the city of Orange Beach, AL in 2013. The island was purchased in an effort to preserve the natural flora and fauna of the island, which has become a popular draw for boaters in recent years. Grass beds surround the island and house a large number of marine species including shrimp, crabs, and all sorts of fish popular to the local commercial and recreational fishing industry. Walker Island is accessible to the public by paddleboard, kayak, or boat. While Walker Island is visually stunning and home to a large variety of sea birds and other animal life, it is much smaller than its island neighbors, making it less of a day-trip destination, and more of a scenic stop!
We invite you to enjoy the islands but please take note of the following rules:
- No glass of any kind.
- Please bring trash bags and remove them when you go.
- No dogs or pets are allowed on the islands or in the surrounding waters.
- Do not access the interior of Robinson Island or Bird Island due to protected shorebird nesting sites.
- Do not pick the Sea Oats - they are essential to the ecosystem of the islands.
- Be considerate of others - keep the sound down on stereos.
- 'No Motor Zones' are posted on the east side of the islands. This is to protect important grass beds.
- The southern tip of Bird Island is the best area for landing personal watercraft and small boats.
