Fort Pickens - Backpacking/Camping
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Flag over Fort Pickens.
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A hallway in Fort Pickens.
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Summary
Fort Pickens is a historic military fort, completed in 1834 and used until 1947. There's so much to explore in the fort, on the beach, and in the ocean, that you'll want to stay a night or two.
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Distance
0.0 miles
Destination Distance From Downtown
81.4 miles
Difficulty
1 of 5 diamonds
Fort Pickens is easy to get to, and easy to get around.
Time To Complete
1 days
There is so much to do at Fort Pickens, plan for a full day or more!
Seasonality
All Seasons
Located on the Gulf of Mexico, you can visit Fort Pickens year round.
Dog Friendly
No
Fees Permits
Yes
There is a $7/per person fee to enter Fort Pickens, which is good for up to 7 days. You can also get a Gulf Islands National Seashore Annual Pass for $30. Camping fees are separate.
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