Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Fort Pickens and the other free areas of the Gulf Islands National Seashore are closed for the remainder of the federal government ...

PENSACOLA BEACH, Fla. -- Operations at national parks will be impacted by the government shutdown. The National Park Service Contingency Plan published in March 2024 states that parks can choose to ...

Fort Pickens has something for just about everyone—whether you are an amateur historian, an adventure seeker or outdoorsy person who loves the sun, sand and water. Along with tent and RV camping sites ...

Fort Pickens at the Gulf Islands National Seashore remains open to the public despite the federal government shutdown. The gates to the Fort Pickens area of the Gulf Islands National Seashore were ...

Built in 1834, Fort Pickens remained in active military use until 1947. The installation played significant roles in several conflicts including the Civil War, Indian Wars and World War II. Fort ...