It was an unforgettable experience. In that place you will find many beautiful sea shells, you also differentiate animals and enjoy nature. nothing better than a beach to relax in these times of corona virus and enjoy a beautiful landscape while having a drink. the sound of water while you sleep in the sand. You feel the wind touch your skin and the sweat on your body makes the sand stick to you, the children play happily in the sand, they make castles and they urinate in the water without using diapers, thats right. the simple things in life that are still enjoyed without having to pay. since the world has turned from that, the one who has money is the powerful one and buys everything even a friendship!

One of the best places to visit along Pensacola beaches. It does cost to get in but is worth it. There is swimming on both sides of the island so you can swim in the gulf side or in the calm water. The fort is great to visit and there is a fishing peer. Also, old military Batteries that are fun to explore. Its not crowded and has the feeling of a quite, almost private, playground.

A huge home for dolphins, birds and fish. When birds fly south for the winter, many found a nice home at Fort Pickens, 280 different species of birds have been spotted here. There is also a 5.2 mile walking trail at the fort.

Love Fort Pickens. I have been coming here for years and always see something new on every trip. The best thing to do is take a bike or scooter, park somewhere and just ride around. Entrance fee is now $20, but its good for 7 days. If you are local, its best to spring for the $40 annual pass. Its good for a year from whenever you buy it. In the summer when Casino Beach is packed, its best to just come out to Fort Pickens

B2 is great! Two weeks and secluded and quiet. Bathrooms were always dirty and one dish center was a serious walk. Loved being at the beach, just half mile in any direction.

Good place to take the family to get always from the crowded beaches. The Fort is fun for kids and adult as there is a lot to look at. Bathrooms and showers need to be updated especially near the point. It’s a $20 entry fee for 6 days...If you plan to go back within a year, just get the annual pass for $40. Park is clean and so are the beaches. Do NOT speed, you will get a ticket and two there are kids playing.

Untouched reserve. I tried not doing a review for sometime (4 years), but its starting to get crowded. Best beaches in this area in my opinion, if you go far enough you can have real privacy. White sands, sharks and wild life, option of life guards and historic fort.

So much cool history here. You can spend 2 days exploring this place. Don’t come in a hurry. Bring your lunch.

The beach was beautiful. The fort itself was pretty but not all that exciting. However this would be worth the $20 to go use the more private beaches!

This is an amazing natural place. A gem in our National Parks service. The beaches were amazing white sugar sand clean, good access. The Ft was also a great place to learn about American history, and spend time with the kids.

We had a good time there .we will go back next weekend.

Amazing place, got my first nipple piercing here. The staff was gentle with them

This area is absolutely beautiful and well maintained. Lovely when you need to soak up some nature and relieve stress. Lots of space to go for a nice long walk or sit on a bench and watch the water as the sun sets. Nice area kept clean and reccomend for all ages

We loved Fort Pickens! There are so many beautiful and incredible things to see here. My toddler loved being able to run around and explore. My teenager had a great time. We will definitely be back here again. The history is phenomenal.

The fishing is excellent and you can learn some history about the grounds

Really cool place for families, you can walk around the remains of the fort and they have signs with historical information and cannons still on top of the fort. Lots of fire ants when you walk around the fort though so bring spray or wear enclosed shoes! Beaches are beautiful on the bay side and ocean side. There is camping here and water bottle filling station by the fort but not many more amenities.

Best beach around... not over crowded.

Beautiful water. Nice place to take the family.

Best beaches in the area!

Beautiful. Lots of wildlife and marine life!

Late November cold snap. Low 60s but great when the clouds clear.

Beautiful, pristine recreation area. The dunes & sea oats go on forever & you have the option to relax on the gulf side or the bay side. Either way you cant go wrong!! We had an amaazing visit!!

Wonderful beach! Always a great time

Just keep driving and you will find this place. Some times there is a gaurd and you have to pay $10 but its good for a week. There is a lot less people at these beaches too. Lots to explore and see. It was a military base at one time. If you like military stuff you need to visit the Aviation Museum thats about 30 mins or so from here.

We came down to Pensacola for a week and we just so happened to come here the first evening and bought a 7 day pass for 20$. It was well worth it. We are on day 6 and each day we have spent an hour or 2 here and its been well worth it!! The beaches are less crowded and the Fort was definitely fun for our adventurous daughter!! Lots and lots to do and see!!!!

Nice beach and the place to go on holiday weekends. Most people would rather go to the free beaches so this one is a little bit less crowded. The water isnt as clear as some areas around it but water does get relatively deep fast which allows for good wave breaks and swimming.

A lot of different wildlife to be seen here! A lot of different flowers also!

The Fort was a Spectacular Ruin, first built in 1834 for coastal defense. With each new conflict, the guns were upgraded and people stood watch around the clock, for attacks, that never came. The Fort still overlooks Pensacola Bay and placards tell the amazing stories of the guns and the people who spent years of their lives guarding the Bay and this beautiful stretch of coastline !!! The big twelve inch guns were said to be able to fire projectiles, as far as seventeen miles out to sea. This may have been what kept German U-Boats away, as none were ever detected during WWII, in spite of being active in the Gulf.

I like to see historical sites been there 2 times or more when I was a kid my mom took me here

Just beautiful. If your wish is to get away from humans, this is your place.

So much history and such a beautiful place to experience

Always have a imaginative time while at any Fort. This specific Fort is where Geronimo (a fearless Native American leader and warrior) was imprisoned.

Great beaches and wonderful beauty!

It is such a beautiful place, all the life and scenery makes for a great day! Not to mention the blue Angels will practice sometimes and you can get a private show!

Awesome beautiful historical place

My kids love coming to Ft. Pickens to explore the 1800s fort. We also love to come watch the Blue Angels practice from this hidden gem. Today we also have the new ferry service a try. It cruises from the Ft, to p-cola beach and then to downtown P- Cola.

Grew up on these beaches which are some of the best in the USA! Sorry to see how built up and commercialized Santa Rosa Island has become but up can still enjoy some spots.

The most beautiful beaches and the best place to relax, swim or simply enjoy time at the beach!

Such a beautiful and serene and unspoiled, un-commercialized, clean beach! The gulf waters were so warm!

As a local this is my FAVORITE spot! Explore history and nature surrounded by the best coastline in the U.S.!

Great place to camp, fish or just spend the day

Great place to explore! Beautiful scenery and lots of history.

Im not a big history buff, but this was still cool to visit. If I were a soldier in the 1800s this would be the place to be.

A little piece of heaven on the Gulf Coast. If youre anywhere near this gem do yourself a favor and get lost out on the island for while.

Great combination of history and relaxation. The guided tours are very informative and the gift shop is worth checking out. You can hop on the ferry and tour the Pensacola area as well. There’s lots to do here. You often see people fishing and if you’re lucky you could catch some dolphins swimming too.

15 bucks just to ride the motorcycle through.Never got to see it. Fort Clinch is 5 bucks a carload and 6 per person to go through the fort.Is it about history ir greed?

So nice and calm out here. I love the beaches and the view. It also seems to be a good place to fish!

I love the seclusion, wildlife and the security

Gorgeous as always! Highly recommended! I remember how much I miss it once again.

This is a great place to bike, fish, read, fly kites; whatever youd like to do.

Not much going on here to see. Great quiet place to Hangout but some of the Fishermen or other visitor love to walk around and are noisy. Be sure to bring everything you need as it is a long trip back.

Beautiful with few people on the beaches. Lots of Marine life.

Best place for children and adultsLot of history to be learned

Lovely beach on the other side of where we dropped anchor...fairly secluded...quite a walk for anyone who doesnt get thete by boat.

Always clean and well maintained with great family outing areas for all to enjoy a blessed day with a beautiful sunset and moon rise viewing.

Shore dive was great. Check the times. Arrive 3 hours prior to high tide.

Nice area

Beautiful white sand! Blue warm water!

Beautiful area! We fished and enjoyed the water. Very quiet beach area. If you want a beautiful uncrowded area....buy a year long park pass. Well worth the money. If not, you will pay $20 each time you go. I think an entire year is $40. Lots to see there! Enjoy!

One of the best places ever! Relaxing educational total package everyone should see

Great beach for the family. Wildlife all over and clean beaches

I got to feed a dolphin right off of our boat! The water was so calm and peaceful!

One of our favorite places to spend the day in the summer :)

Beautiful beach with glass like water. Looks like a nice and safe love Sandbar about 50 feet out

Fort pickens is amazing...with emerald green water surrounding the peninsula and perfect white sands along its shore, there is no better place to relax and kick back with the family. You can even make it an educational experience for the kids as it is a historical landmark.

We anchored at Red fish point.....with other sailors...with a perfect place to anchor with protection from a barrier island.

Very well organized and very informative

Love our Gulf Coast beaches

This is a very nice camp ground! Sites are within walking distance of the

Beautiful area to explore, either on land or by boat. If visiting by car/foot, getting from Fort Pickens National Park to Johnsons Beach National Park is about a 45-minute drive one way, despite being part of the same National Seashore complex. The protected sound side offers excellent fishing, bird watching, and kayaking opportunities, while the Gulf side features pure white sand beaches and crystal emerald colored water. Fort McCree on Johnsons Beach (across from Fort Pickens) is only accessible via boating or 10-mile hike on sand.

Wonderful! Absolutely beautiful. Wont go to any other beach. Quiet, not very crowded at any time I have been.

Beaches are less crowded.Worth the fee, but get more than a 1 day pass, you will Want to return.

Wow this Fort is AMAZING

Stunning views and quiet beaches. A great learning experience. We often forget that our history happened in our backyard.

Great way to spend a couple of hours just wandering around the fort and grounds.

Absolutely loved walking on the beach and taking pictures of family on the white sand.

Great experience and great price!

Beautiful place packed with Cival War History

Awesome place . not enough parking though.

As always the beach was clean, and the water was clear. Very nice nice and relaxing

2nd time here.. cant beat it!! No crowds friendly campers

Awesome camping and the bay and gulf area!

Been coming here since i was a child. Beautiful as always

One of the best beaches that I have ever been to. Clean..

Interesting things to look at

Very beautiful beach!

A wonderful historic fort. Great swimming, diving and hiking . Call ahead for camping. Strong wavescan close access to the campgrounds. Bring your own food and water. Sunscreen less than spf 30 is pointless. With basic preparation youll have a great time.

Great historical site and gorgeous beach.

Quiet and Clean beaches!

Went in my kayak best paddle ever

This place is such an interesting find. We had no idea what to expect and had not done any research prior to our arrival. We were so pleasantly surprised - we took a self-guided tour (walking around with an informative brochure but talks about particular points of interest on the property) and learned so much that day. This place is rich with history.

A must go when in Pensacola. Great history of our shoreline defense .Beautiful scenery on Gulf and Sound sides. Bring the family and walk all day.

Quiet & beautiful place

Love this place! Beautiful beach area and so much history to roam around and see.

Must see for your Pensacola trip beautiful beaches and wildlife nice gift shop and the fort is the best place to watch Blue Angels practice

Great beach to walk along, but in serious need of a trash cleanup.

I havent visited Fort Pickens in at least ten years.

Beautiful beach

Great place for one and all.

One of the best National Parks in the U.S.