Journey into the lush wetlands of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta on a scenic 90-minute cruise. Perfect for wildlife lovers and families, this tour reveals Alabama’s vibrant wetland ecosystem.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, no special fitness required
Wildlife
History
The Mobile-Tensaw Delta has been a vital part of Alabama's ecosystem and indigenous cultures for centuries, serving as a source of sustenance and transportation.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to restore and protect the delta's wetlands, ensuring the health of this critical habitat for future generations.
Historic Blakeley State Park
Journey into the lush wetlands of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta on a scenic 90-minute cruise. Perfect for wildlife lovers and families, this tour reveals Alabama’s vibrant wetland ecosystem.
Historic Blakeley State Park, located in Spanish Fort, Alabama, preserves a Civil War-era battlefield and offers a wide range of outdoor experiences centered on the Mobile‑Tensaw Delta. The park provides guided river cruises—including sunset, wildlife, and specialty cruises—educational excursions to nearby historic and archaeological sites, and a calendar of family programs such as children’s survival classes and guided ghost hunts.
Visitors can choose from multiple camping options: individual and family tent sites at Harper Tent Campground, improved tent campgrounds at Bartram and Delta, small and standard RV sites at Apalachee RV Campground, horse trailer camping, and a selection of cabins with specific pet policies (Kennedy and Peters cabins allow two pets; Sibley and Hall cabins do not permit pets).
Historic Blakeley State Park operates a range of specialty experiences including cruises to the site of the Clotilda wreck, excursions to the Bottle Creek Indian Mound Complex, presentations and cruises featuring historian John S. Sledge, and seasonal reenactments such as the Battle at the Village. On‑site amenities include picnic areas, restrooms and showers near camping loops, and fire rings at many campsites.
The park is a destination for wildlife viewing in “America’s Amazon,” offering opportunities to spot birds, alligators, and native flora while learning local history and river ecology through guided tours and educational programming.
Location
Spanish Fort, AL
On the eastern shore of Mobile Bay
Cruise Options
17+
Delta, sunset, dinner, specialty cruises
Camping Types
Tents, RVs, Cabins
Tent loops, RV sites, pet-policy cabins
Tours & Programs
37
Guided tours, kids programs, reenactments
Reserve a river cruise, family program, or a cabin/RV/tent site to experience history, wildlife, and Alabama’s largest delta.
Bring binoculars
Enhance your wildlife sightings with a good pair of binoculars.
Dress for the weather
Wear weather-appropriate clothing and sun protection.
Arrive early
Get the best seats and enjoy the surroundings before departure.
Respect wildlife
Observe animals quietly and from a distance to avoid disturbance.
Binoculars
For better wildlife viewing during the cruise.
Sun hat
Provides sun protection during outdoor activities.
summer
Water-resistant clothing
Keeps you comfortable in case of splashes or rain.
Sunscreen
Protects skin from UV rays during outdoor excursions.