Gulf Islands National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service)

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Oil Spill Response

All areas of the seashore remain open during cleanup of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
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The Changing Landscape at Gulf Islands

The Gulf Islands National Seashore is located in Mississippi and Florida, and offers visitors a variety of cultural and natural resource opportunities.

Camping

Fort Pickens Campground is opened on Santa Rosa Island west of Pensacola Beach, Florida. Davis Bayou Campground is located in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Visitors can enjoy primitive island camping in Mississippi and Florida. The Mississippi barrier islands are accessible only by boat and there are changes in the use of personal watercraft (PWC).

		Historic Places Gulf Islands protects a number of historic fortifications that represent the nation's coastal defense. Take a tour when you visit the Seashore. New, universally-designed exhibits are at the Fort Barrancas Visitor Center and the Naval Live Oaks Visitor Center. For information call 850-934-2600.

Seashore Activities

Attending a guided program in Mississippi or Florida, camping, cast netting, fishing, picnicking, boating, birding, swimming, hiking, exploring the historic forts and walking on the beach are popular activities. Your safety is important while visiting the Seashore. Beaches with Lifeguards.

Road Conditions in Florida

The Fort Pickens Road and J. Earle Bowden Way on Santa Rosa Island in the Florida District are open for vehicular traffic. Because of Tropical Storm Ida in November 2009, there are drop offs and damage to the bike lanes which have been marked with cones and barrels. Roadways can flood. For updates call the Road Information Line at 850-934-2656. More Information on Possible Road Flooding

Write to

1801 Gulf Breeze Parkway
Gulf Breeze, FL 32563

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Phone

Park Headquarters, Florida
(850) 934-2600

Mississippi District
(228) 875-9057 ext. 100

Fax

(850) 932-9654

Climate

The Seashore is sunny and warm most of the year. June through September are the most humid months and afternoon thunderstorms are common. Visitors should be prepared with rain gear and appropriate clothing.
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