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National Seashore · FL, MS

Gulf Islands National Seashore

Partial closures

2 closure notices posted by NPS. Most of the site is still open.

Last checked Oct 24, 2026, 9:57 PM ET

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Current NPS alerts (6)

Park Closure

Hurricane Isaias Closures Florida

All of the areas are closed to bikes, foot, and vehicle traffic until further notice: The Fort Pickens Campground will open at 1 p.m. October 23. Naval Live Oaks Area (trails, beaches, pavilions and parking lots)

Last updated by NPS: Oct 22, 2026

Park Closure

Battery 234 Loop Road Closure

The Battery 234 Loop Road and Battery Cooper within the GUIS, Fort Pickens Management Area will be closed to all for vehicle, bicyclists, and foot (pedestrian) traffic until further notice for safety purposes until the park can correct the leaning and structurally unstable historic Tower 234 that poses danger to visitors and staff. The beach access points for pedestrians from the Gulf (south) side will also be closed. The pipe gates at the entrance and exit points will be locked with accompanied signage.

Last updated by NPS: Jun 15, 2026 · NPS alert source

Caution

Road workers on Park Road in Davis Bayou

Phase II of the Davis Bayou Bicycle and Pedestrian Path is in process. Visitors may encounter minor traffic delays and flaggers on Eagle Point and Park Road.

Last updated by NPS: Jun 4, 2026 · NPS alert source

Information

Accessing Fort Barrancas

Fort Barrancas is open 9 am–4 pm Wednesday through Sunday. To access Fort Barrancas, visitors will need to enter the Naval Air station Pensacola through the west gate.

Last updated by NPS: May 29, 2026 · NPS alert source

Information

No Dogs on Beach

Dogs and pets are not allowed on any of the beaches in Gulf Islands National Seashore. Visit the pet rules page for information.

Last updated by NPS: Mar 23, 2022 · NPS alert source

Caution

Rip Current Status

Review rip current status prior to visiting the park.

Last updated by NPS: Feb 28, 2022 · NPS alert source

Weather alerts (National Weather Service)

Moderate · NWS Mobile AL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 24 at 11:17AM CDT until October 26 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL

From Oct 24, 12:17 PM ET until Oct 26, 7:00 PM ET · Area: Mobile Coastal; Baldwin Coastal; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Coastal; Okaloosa Coastal

About this site

Millions of visitors are drawn to the Gulf of America for Gulf Islands National Seashore's emerald coast waters, magnificent white beaches, fertile marshes and historical landscapes. Come explore with us today!

Type
National Seashore
States
Florida, Mississippi
Address
1801 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563

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