Gulf Islands National Seashore

Reader Survey Day: Which Is Your Favorite National Seashore?

While there are more national seashores (10) than national lakeshores (4), there still aren't a lot of them when you consider there are 410 units in the National Park System. That said, which is your favorite national seashore, and why?

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 2nd, 2016 11:29am

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Mark The NPS Centennial By Paddling 100 Miles In Florida's Parks

We're starting to see a lot of "100" themed activities across the National Park System this year in honor of the National Park Service's Centennial, and Florida's offering invites you to paddle 100 miles in the state's 11 national parks.

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By NPT Staff - January 14th, 2016 2:30am

Swept Away By Fall Colors At Gulf Islands

National seashores are not left out of the fall color spectacle, as this sunset shot from Gulf Islands National Seashore along the coasts of Mississippi and Florida proves.

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Gulf Islands National Seashore

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By Kurt Repanshek - October 26th, 2015 6:13pm

Some Southern National Parks To Put On Your Travel Calendar

With long, cold, snowy months descending on the northern half of the country, it's not a bad time to cast your eyes to the south and national parks where you can find warm weather, sandy beaches, and plenty of sunshine.

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By Kurt Repanshek - December 17th, 2014 3:00am

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Concerns, Opposition Voiced To Proposed Entrance Fee Increases At National Parks

As more and more units of the National Park System roll out proposals to increase their entrance fees to bring them in line with a standardized schedule developed by National Park Service leaders, public opposition is being voiced, with some newspapers and towns opposing the increases and individuals maintaining they're untenable and unfair.

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By Kurt Repanshek - December 5th, 2014 3:00am

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National Park Service Promotes Parks As Economic Engines

Once considered largely to be worthless, national parks today are economic engines that generate $26.5 billion for the nation's economy.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 21st, 2014 3:25am

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Tool From USGS Lets You Assess Sea-Level Rise, Storm Overwash, Coastline Changes At Your Favorite National Seashore

With hurricane season upon us, what are the odds that your favorite national seashore might be impacted by a Category I storm? How might sea-level rise in the years ahead affect your favorite beach? The U.S. Geological Survey has developed a tool that can give you some insights to those questions.

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By NPT Staff - July 17th, 2014 3:26am

Essential Summer Guide '14: Mix Military History And Beach Time At Gulf Islands National Seashore

The warm Gulf waters are the main attraction at Gulf Islands National Seashore, but anyone with an interest in American history – from the Colonial days up through World War II – will find a reason to visit as well.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 16th, 2014 2:26am

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Exploring The Parks: Fort Pickens At Gulf Islands National Seashore

Fort Pickens at Gulf Islands National Seashore is an oasis of history and nature in a sea of Florida development. It's also one end of the Florida National Scenic Trail, a flat but challenging walk.

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By [email protected] - May 20th, 2014 3:15am

Junior Ranger Program For Underwater Explorers

With so many units of the National Park System tied to water, it shouldn't come as a surprise that the Junior Ranger program has a category for Underwater Explorers.

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By NPT Staff - May 6th, 2014 4:00am

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The easiest way to explore RV-friendly National Park campgrounds.

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks

Here’s the definitive guide to National Park System campgrounds where RVers can park their rigs.

Our app is packed with RVing- specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 national parks.

You’ll also find stories about RVing in the parks, tips helpful if you’ve just recently become an RVer, and useful planning suggestions.

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks