Orange Beach Alabama Map
Explore Orange Beach, Alabama, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Orange Beach, Alabama
| City | Orange Beach |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Baldwin County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 30.293987 |
| Longitude | -87.595371 |
| Population | 8,095 |
| Density | 212.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 36561 |
| Area Code | 251 |
| County Seat | Bay Minette |
| School District | Orange Beach City School District |
About Orange Beach, Alabama
Orange Beach is a locality in Baldwin County, Alabama, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,095. The population density is 212.4 people per km². Orange Beach is located at 30.2940°N, 87.5954°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Orange Beach is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 36561.Orange Beach possesses a horizon where the sky and the Gulf of Mexico dissolve into a singular, shimmering line of light. It lies 8.3 miles east-northeast of Gulf Shores, AL (from Gulf Shores, AL: bearing 66°T), and is situated 8.7 miles west of Perdido Key. The landscape remains defined by the persistent salt air that carries the scent of brine across the flat, sandy stretches of the coast. To the north, the terrain gives way to thickets of longleaf pine, while the gentle currents of Ingram Bayou carve quiet paths through the surrounding marshland. Offshore, the modest silhouette of Gilchrist Island breaks the expanse of the water, offering a sanctuary for local birds. Even on the brightest days, the proximity to the Gulf of Mexico ensures that the humidity lingers, softening the edges of every structure and tree.
Orange Beach maintains a historical identity rooted in the resilience of those who once sought a living from the tides and the fertile soil. Early settlers labored in the groves that gave the place its name, though the local economy has since shifted to embrace the steady flow of seasonal visitors. Today, the industry centers on the rhythm of maritime commerce and the hospitality that supports the steady life of the coast. Residents often look toward the distant Sabine Sand Hills, a reminder of the varied topography that exists beyond the immediate salt-sprayed plains. Work here follows the seasonal migration of the sun, keeping the pace of the economy tied to the shifting temperament of the water.
Orange Beach fosters a character built on the quiet endurance of those who call the coast their permanent home. Orange Beach Waterfront Park serves as a central gathering point, where the community watches the light dim over the water each evening. The local culture remains unpretentious, shaped by the simple necessity of navigating the tides and the long, humid summers. While many travelers pass through, the genuine spirit of the place is best felt in the stillness near the Shelby Lakes, far from the busy thoroughfares. No figures of global fame claim this ground as their birthplace, as the local focus remains firmly on the daily labor and the natural cycles of the shore.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Gulf State Park (State Park) — 0.8 mi, 180° S
- Orange Beach Waterfront Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 090° E
- Spider Sculpture (Public Artwork) — 1.9 mi, 045° NE
- Blue Marlin (Monument) — 2.0 mi, 271° W
- Gulf Shores Sports Complex (Local Park) — 6.2 mi, 282° W
- Perdido Key State Park (State Park) — 6.5 mi, 092° E
- State-owned Submerged Lands (Resource Management Area) — 7.0 mi, 290° W
- Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 8.4 mi, 262° W · 20k acres
- Tarkiln Bayou State Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 10.3 mi, 062° NE
- Tarkiln Bayou Preserve State Park (State Conservation Area) — 10.4 mi, 061° NE
- Gulf Islands National Seashore (National Lakeshore) — 10.5 mi, 088° E · 213k acres
- Observation Platform (Viewpoint) — 10.8 mi, 084° E
- John Snook Telephone Museum (Museum) — 11.1 mi, 332° NW
- Fort Pickens State Park Aquatic Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 12.0 mi, 091° E
- Lillian Swamp Complex (State Conservation Area) — 12.9 mi, 043° NE
- Fort McRee (Historic Ruins) — 16.7 mi, 082° E
- Heidelberg Farm (Monument) — 17.7 mi, 327° NW
- Florida National Scenic Trail Northern Terminus (Monument) — 18.5 mi, 083° E
- Utility Pole (Historic Ruins) — 19.7 mi, 084° E
- Quayside Art Gallery (Gallery) — 24.1 mi, 071° E
- Archaeological Dig Site (Attraction) — 24.1 mi, 071° E
- Pensacola Little Theatre (Theatre) — 24.1 mi, 071° E
- UWF Historic Trust (Museum) — 24.2 mi, 071° E
- Museum of Industry (Museum) — 24.2 mi, 071° E
- Fairhope Museum of History (Museum) — 24.2 mi, 311° NW
- Tivoli High House (Museum) — 24.2 mi, 071° E
- Historic Pensacola Village (Attraction) — 24.3 mi, 071° E
- 1964 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud Iii (Attraction) — 25.1 mi, 070° E
- Bayfront Beach (Attraction) — 30.2 mi, 320° NW
- Apalachicola National Forest (National Forest) — 39.4 mi, 072° E · 576k acres
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About This Orange Beach Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Orange Beach, Alabama. Coordinates: 30.293987, -87.595371. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Orange Beach includes the ZIP code (36561), telephone area code (251), county seat of Baldwin County (Bay Minette), and school district assignment (Orange Beach City School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
