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Gulf Islands National Seashore
Plan Your Visit
 
Two passenger ferries, Pan American Clipper and Captain Pete, are docked at the West Ship Island pier on a clear, sunny summer day.
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Visitors plan their trip to West Ship Island and use the concession operated passenger ferry from Gulfport, Mississippi. For information call 866-466-7386.
A Ship Island passenger ferry is in the Mississippi Sound.
West Ship Island ferry information
Access this link for passenger ferry information
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Beautiful white sand dunewith sea oats
Welcome to the Florida District
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Pelican sitting on a dock post
Welcome to the Mississippi District
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Yellow, orange, and red celebrate 450th Pensacola
Pensacola Celebrates 450 years
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Live oak trees are strong and durable.  

Did You Know?
In 1828, John Q. Adams designated the Naval Live Oaks Area of Gulf Islands National Seashore as the first United States tree farm. Live oak trees are known for their incredible density and resistance to disease. They provided durable wood for the construction of early naval vessels.

Last Updated: July 17, 2008 at 16:14 EST