# Fort Pickens, Gulf Islands National Seashore

> A brick fort from the 1830s at the western tip of Santa Rosa Island, surrounded by white dunes. The road can close after storms, so check conditions before dr

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A brick fort from the 1830s at the western tip of Santa Rosa Island, surrounded by white dunes. The road can close after storms, so check conditions before driving out.

- **Nearest town:** Pensacola Beach, FL
- **Category:** History & culture
- **GPS:** 30.3269, -87.2902
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