![]() People under the age of 16 and those 62 and older with a Senior Pass do not pay entrance fees. A seven-day pass is $20 and provides access to all areas within the National Seashore. ![]() Motorcycle admission will increase from $10 to $15, and the cost of the annual pass will increase to $40. Individuals on foot, on bicycle or in large non-commercial vehicles will pay $10 per person, as opposed to the current $7. 1, admission to the park will be $20 per private vehicle, up from the current $15. Parking is available along the beach road unless otherwise posted.Gulf Islands National Seashore officials have announced increased fees for admission into the park and for use of the Fort Pickens Campground. The Perdido Key Discovery Trail is an accessible elevated trail. Visitors may picnic, fish, hike, swim, bike, and primitive camp at this location. To protect park visitors, pets are not allowed on Florida Beaches. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer months. There is a park entrance fee and groups may rent picnic shelters. The Perdido Key Area, located on Johnson Beach Road off Florida Route 292 southwest of Pensacola, offers access to the Gulf of Mexico and white sandy beaches. This is a great campsite complete with a covered picnic pavilion, restrooms, and outdoor showers. It is available for organized youth groups. The Visitor Center, opened from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (except Christmas Day), features a bookstore, exhibits, and showings of a closed-caption 12-minute orientation film plus nature and history videos.Ī group camping area is on the north side of Naval Live Oaks. 98 east of Gulf Breeze, is open daily (except Christmas Day) from 8:00 a.m. Naval Live Oaks Youth Group Tent Area Open Please call (228) 875-9057 to inquire about transportation out to the island and to find out more. Practice Leave No Trace Outdoor Ethics (a respectful distance from wildlife. Insect repellent and mosquito netting are recommended as well as long sleeve shirts, pants and sunscreen. Do not build fires on dunes or in wooded areas. ![]() Fires are permitted on the beach below the extreme tide line. Never camp on dune tops as this damages vegetation and fragile dune formations. Campers must provide all supplies needed for their trip including extra food and water. Inland water craft such as bass boats and pontoon party barges are not suitable for travel to 10-12 miles from shore. A 20-foot or longer craft is recommended for use on the open water. Visitors can enjoy hiking, beachcombing, swimming and birdwatching on these picturesque and tranquil islands. Call 22 extension 2 for more information. Licensed boat operators are available for a fee. Groups of 11 must obtain a free permit from the Visitor Center in Ocean Springs. Primitive camping is available on Horn, Petit Bois and East Ship Islands, accessible only by boat. Horn, Petit Bois and East Ship Islands Open The Fort Pickens also has beautiful hiking trails. The fort has Ranger guided tours at 2:00 p.m. Fort Pickens Area is open daily 7:00 a.m. There will be camping reservations in 2010. Electricity is installed and completed by October 18th. There is no electricity or water in Loop's B, C, D or E in the campground. Loop A has water and electricity to the sites and a dump station available. This campground is temporarily a FEMA camp and not open to the public.Ĭamping at Fort Pickens is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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