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Gulf Islands National Seashore Three visitors walk under tan brick arches that are features of Fort Pickens.
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Gulf Islands National Seashore
Frequently Asked Questions
 
A female ranger stands in front of beach users at the Naval Live Oaks Area.

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Rangers can provide answers to Seashore questions.

1. Does the passenger ferry operate to West Ship Island in Mississippi from Gulfport?

Yes. Weather permitting and the passenger ferry operates daily from March through the end of October.  

3. Are personal watercraft (PWC) allowed to operate in the Seashore?

Restrictions apply when operating Personal Watercraft (PWC) within the Seashore. For visitor safety, resource protection, and wilderness protection, certain areas of the Seashore are closed to PWC operation. Know the rules and regulations before you go.   

4.  Can sea shells be collected?

Sea shells can be picked up if there are no living creatures in them.

5.  Are fireworks allowed in the park?

Fireworks are prohibited in the park.

6.  Are metal detectors allowed?

Metal detectors are prohibited.

      

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A view of the Advanced Redoubt drawbridge.

Did You Know?
The Third System fortifications consisted of 42 forts built between 1816 and 1870. They were used to guard all the principal harbors, rivers, and naval yards of the United States. Only the Advanced Redoubt of Fort Barrancas at Gulf Islands National Seashore was built entirely for land defense.
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Last Updated: January 06, 2012 at 10:09 MST