National Parks · Our pick in Florida
Gulf Islands National Seashore
White sand and Fort Pickens
About Gulf Islands National Seashore
Gulf Islands National Seashore covers barrier islands near Pensacola, including Fort Pickens at the western tip of Santa Rosa Island. Entrance fees and passes are set by each park; check the park’s own fees page on nps.gov before you go.
Why it's on our list
- White sand
- Fort Pickens
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Gulf Islands National Seashore before you go.