Planning on joining the thousands of Gulf Coast RV snowbirds somewhere warm and sunny after the Thanksgiving holiday? Consider a stay at Styx River RV Resort, located in Robertsdale, Alabama. This year-round campground is loved by locals and winter guests alike at every time of year.
Stay in a beautiful rural country setting only 40 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico. You will also be less than an hour from Gulf Shores and Mobile, as well as Pensacola, Florida. This winter snowbird destination is the ideal place to make your winter base camp for exploring the Gulf Coast’s best cities and attractions.
A Family-Friendly and Gulf Coast RV Snowbirds Destination Since 1983
This snowbird RV resort has been a part of the Robertsdale community since 1983. The team loves helping RV guests have the time of their life while visiting Alabama. Whether you plan to park your RV for a night, a week, or longer, Styx River RV Resort is conveniently located off Interstate 10 between Mobile, Alabama and Pensacola, Florida.
Pick Your Styx River RV Site
With around 150 RV sites to choose from, all Gulf Coast RV snowbirds and other guests are sure to find the perfect spot for a home away from home. The resort has both back-in and pull-through sites. Upon arrival, guests are driven in a golf cart to see all the available sites.
Each RV campsite at Styx River has full hookups, including 50/30/20/15 amp electric, sewer, water and free Wi-Fi throughout the park. Additional onsite amenities, such as a snack bar, diner, tube rentals, laundry room and picnic tables, add fun and convenience to every stay.
Enjoy Living and Camping on the Water
The Styx River is a beautiful attraction just a few steps from your RV site. Get ready for fun and entertainment without ever having to leave the grounds!
Make Time for Land-Based Activities and Games, Too
Back on dry land, there are plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained at this family-friendly snowbird RV destination.
- Outdoor games include basketball, volleyball, miniature golf, shuffleboard and horseshoes.
- There is a playground for the kids.
- Catch karaoke at the covered gazebo, your football and NASCAR viewing headquarters.
- Want to get out of the sun for a little while? Head into the large clubhouse, where new friends are just waiting to meet you.
- Get a workout in at the resort’s fitness center if you’d like!
This resort is part of the Ocean Canyon Properties (OCP) membership-based campground network. To visit in your RV (or stay in a guest cabin), you must be an OCP member. But anyone who wants to check it out as a potential long-term Gulf Coast RV snowbirds destination park can take advantage of a free 3-day/2-night stay promotion for first-time guests.
For more information, reach out to the resort directly at (251)250-5699, or fill out their inquiry form online.
Fun Things to Do Nearby for Gulf Coast RV Snowbirds
There are plenty of fun activities waiting for Gulf Coast RV snowbirds, all within a short drive of the resort. Some of the nearby places to visit include Mobile, Gulf Shores and Pensacola, Florida. Of course, there are numerous communities you can visit on the way to your destination as well. You never know what quaint small town or coastal community is waiting around every turn.
Visit Mobile, Alabama
Play on Mobile Bay
Perhaps your first stop in Mobile will be the bay area. This stunning part of the city is on the Gulf of Mexico and flanked by the Fort Morgan Peninsula to the east and Dauphin Island (home to white sand beaches and a spectacular boardwalk) to the west. Don’t miss the chance to visit the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park. While the battleship is the main attraction, the memorial park is also home to a WWII-era submarine, bombers, fighter planes and “skysweeper guns” from the 1950s. The park is also home to concerts, festivals and sporting events.
Other Great Mobile, Alabama Attractions
Southern charm is alive and well in Mobile, and there are plenty of activities that make it a great RV snowbird destination. Mobile has some charming historic homes and is known for its eclectic storefronts. In addition to exciting sightseeing, shopping and dining opportunities found in larger cities, Mobile offers RV snowbirds everything from a night at the opera to beach camping.
There’s a lot to keep you busy all winter. Be sure and spend some time at the Alabama Contemporary Art Center, the History Museum of Mobile, GulfQuest National Maritime Museum and the Mobile Museum of Art.
Celebrate Mardi Gras
While New Orleans may be synonymous with Mardi Gras, the celebration occurred in Mobile first. Each spring, Mobile has several days of parties and parades in the days preceding Fat Tuesday. Celebrations include anything from family-friendly events to adults-only parties in area clubs and bars. If you can’t make it for the Mardi Gras festivities, exploring the Mobile Carnival Museum is the next best thing.
Nature Activities
There are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy in the area near Styx River RV Resort. Visit the Gator Boardwalk and (safely) view alligators, lizards, birds and frogs in the swamp they call home. Want to see even more alligators? Hop a ride on an airboat with Airboat Adventures. During the tour, you may also see bears, hawks, turtles and eagles.
Tour the oldest attraction in Mobile: Colonial Fort Conde, which was built in the 1700s. Some sections have been reconstructed, while others have been replicated. Spend the day at the Gulf Breeze Zoo, explore one the city’s historic districts, and visit the Mobile Botanical Gardens.
Explore Gulf Shores
You’ll fall in love with the white sand and turquoise waters of the beach at Gulf Shores. Spend a fun day splashing in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico or simply relax on the beach and soak up the sun.
Looking for something a bit more active? Explore the backcountry trail that’s perfect for hiking and biking, float the back bays on a kayak or play a round of golf.
There are plenty of shopping and dining opportunities, too. In fact, you can have some of the freshest seafood possible at restaurants that cook your day’s catch.
Area attractions include the pier, a zip line that has you flying over the dunes, and Fort Morgan (built in the 19th century). The Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge (home to migrating birds and sea turtles) and the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo (which has sloths and kangaroos) are amazing family-friendly places to visit. Take a helicopter or boat ride for stunning views of the area that most don’t get to see.
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