Battleship Parkway

Battleship Parkway is a causeway bridge that crosses Mobile Bay, linking Blakeley Island with Spanish Fort. The four-lane roadway travels along a raised structure over the water, offering views of the bay during the drive.

The bridge was built in 1926 as the first road connection between Mobile and Baldwin counties. It was constructed using raised earthen embankments and concrete structures to span the water.

The parkway leads to Battleship Memorial Park, where visitors observe military exhibits and learn about naval heritage through preserved vessels and artifacts.

The causeway is vulnerable to flooding during hurricane season, so check weather conditions before driving. It helps to monitor road reports and any temporary closures before traveling across the bridge.

A chainlink fence runs for over 3 miles along the bridge to protect water turtles from traffic. These red-bellied turtles are native to the area and would otherwise be at risk when crossing the roadway.

Inception: 1926

Official opening: 1926

GPS coordinates: 30.67480,-87.96580

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:03