Fort Matanzas National Monument

Progress Being Made In Opening National Parks Closed By Hurricanes

More than a month after Hurricane Irma pummeled South Florida and Georgia, visitor access to national parks there is slowly continuing to expand.

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By NPT Staff - October 10th, 2017 2:11pm

National Park Units Bracing For Hurricane Irma

With Hurricane Irma on track to slam into Florida this weekend or early next week, more and more units of the National Park System were closing in preparation.

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By NPT Staff - September 7th, 2017 9:45am

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Traveler's Checklist: Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas - Two Dream Sites For Children

Two national monuments, separated by only about 15 miles, provide some great history on 16th, 17th, and 18th century colonization of Florida. Here's the Traveler's checklist to help you plan your visits.

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By [email protected] - November 29th, 2010 8:01am

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Beach Driving Ban Brings Fort Matanzas National Monument into Compliance, But Angers Matanzas Beach Users

Legally speaking, the beach driving ban that went into effect at Florida’s Fort Matanzas on January 1st was nearly 37 years overdue. Still, many area residents worry about its impacts on recreation and tourism.

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By Bob Janiskee - April 6th, 2010 11:54am

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National Park Service Extends Invitation For Gunners In Two National Monuments

If you're interested in 18th century warfare, and aren't tongue-tied by Spanish, the folks at the Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas national monuments are looking for you.

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 13th, 2009 9:23am

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