Friday Evenings from Sunset–10 p.m., June 11-August 13 Volunteers from the Escambia Amateur Astronomers’ Association will set up a variety of telescopes for viewing stars, planets and constellations. You will be able to view the moon, Mars, Saturn and many of the constellations. This is a free event, but there is an $8 entry fee [...]

Beach photos of Fort Pickens.

Fort Pickens has many hiking and biking trails that are fun for the family.

Photos of Blackwater Heritage Trail and Fort Pickens.

The surf was up at Fort Pickens point. View our collection of surfing photos from the point.

The week before tropical storm Ida, I was able to get a great walk through the unpaved trail from Fort Battery to Fort Pickens to explore nature and take pictures. It is a short and easy walk of .7 miles one way. As I started off, I saw some beautiful flowers, butterflies, dragonflies and small [...]

If you are looking for a fun and historic spot to visit try Fort Pickens on Santa Rosa Island. Fort Pickens is located on the far west side of Pensacola Beach.

Pictures of Fort Pickens on Pensacola Beach.