An 1830s fort pairs with a calm sound-side beach, and the rangers run free programs most weeks in season. Entry is free on your veteran pass.
Before you go
- Vet Access Pass at the gate if you don't have it yet
- 10 AM ranger program, beach after
- Sound side is gentler for toddler
What we checked
This one predates the check-date stamp, so we cannot tell you the day. Everything below is what its sources say.
$25/vehicle covers Fort Pickens + Johnson Beach 7 days. On foot or by bike it is $15/person; a Gulf Islands annual pass is $45. Camping: tent ~$26, RV ~$40/night.
SE wind: watch the surf flags