Fort Pickens is the largest of four forts built to defend Pensacola Bay and the navy yard. Constructed over a 5 year period beginning in 1829, the fort was in use until 1947. The only real action the fort endured occurred during the Civil War when it was one of four seacoast forts in the South that remained in Union control. The fort was upgraded several times both with facilities and armaments and was last used as part of the U.S. homeland defense network during World War II.
We spent several days here in May, 2010, primarily to spend some beach time with our one daughter and two of our grandkids. This year we're spening two weeks at the larger camping area which was just recently reopened after the completion of significant repairs due to hurricane damage. Much of this island is just a few feet above sea level and the road to Fort Pickens is frequently flooded during severe weather. Photos
We are very happy to be spending these two weeks in the Campground at Fort Pickens. We've spent time with friends, walked and sunbathed on the beaches, explored the fort and enjoyed some great food. On the way back from dinner one night, we decided we would make our reservations to spend two weeks here again in April, 2012. Deb and I are convinced these are the nicest beaches we've ever visited and the campground is beautiful and well cared for. More Photos
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