Fort Pickens is a place that stays in my heart and mind every year all year. I camped there for 6 years straight, summer and spring before the hurricanes took out the road. I introduced my extended family to the park and they fell in love with it also. One of my sisters even came from Hawaii twice to camp... more

I live about 1 1/2 hours away from Pickens and we try to camp at least once a year at the beach. Shaded camp areas with pines and scrub oak trees. Most sites have water and electricity with small separate area for more primitive camping. Campground is closest to the sound side (which is better for the kids) but the... more

My wife and I camped at Fort Pickens in Late October through early November 2003. The weather was great low to Mid 80's for the highs and 60's for the lows, low humidity and clear skies. The water temp was in the upper 70's and was comfortable for swimming. The brilliant white beaches and blue-green water were very clean, however,... more