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Perdido Pass in Orange Beach, Alabama: Pass Conditions, Sandbar Shifts & What It Means for Small vs. Deep-Draft Boats


By Meredith Folger Amon, Licensed in Alabama and Florida
Guided by Integrity. Backed by Experience. Search the Gulf with Meredith Folger Amon.

Perdido Pass is the gateway between our back bays and the Gulf. Living and working in Orange Beach and around Ono Island, I run this pass often and help clients plan for its changing conditions. Channels are marked, but bars and shoals migrate—especially after strong fronts or tropical systems. Below is a practical, boat-owner’s guide to what typically shifts, how storms reshape things, and how small craft versus deeper-draft boats and yachts can plan a safer, smoother run.

Perdido Pass Storm Changes Orange Beach Alabama

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A Deep-Water Opportunity on Ono Island

By Meredith Amon, Licensed in Alabama and Florida

Guided by Integrity. Backed by Experience. Search the Gulf with Meredith Amon.

A waterfront property on Ono Island with private dock and deep-water access for larger vessels.

Recently, a client asked me to review a property on Ono Island. As I studied the details, I was impressed by its boating features, storage solutions, and construction quality, all of which make it a compelling option for anyone seeking true waterfront living on the Gulf Coast.

Boating and Dock Features

This home’s greatest strength is in its boating setup. With a private dock offering a deep-water draft exceeding seven feet, it accommodates larger vessels that are often difficult to house on the island. The dock includes a spacious wet slip, shaded storage area, and…

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