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How do I make a reservation at Fort DeSoto?

How do I make a reservation at Fort DeSoto?

Reservations. Customer Information Call Center hours: Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (727) 582-2100, select Option #2.

Where is Fort DeSoto State Park?

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South-southwest of St. Petersburg, Florida, Fort De Soto Park is a park operated by Pinellas County on five offshore keys, or islands: Madelaine Key, St. Jean Key, St. Christopher Key, Bonne Fortune Key and the main island, Mullet Key.

What county is DeSoto State Park in in Alabama?

DeSoto State Park perches on the ridge of Lookout Mountain in northeastern Alabama, eight miles northeast of Fort Payne, DeKalb County.

Where can you swim in DeSoto Falls?

Swimming at DeSoto Falls Picnic Area Can swim above A. A. Miller Dam, in the West Fork of Little River (above DeSoto Falls near Mentone, Alabama) The DeSoto Falls Picnic Area is located 7 miles from the main park area. No lifeguard–swim at your own risk.

How much does it cost to enter Fort DeSoto?

Fort De Soto is open seven days per week from 7 am to dusk. Entrance to the park is free; however, there is a $5.00 fee for a parking permit. You pay at the entrance booth, and they do accept credit cards. Persons entering the park on foot or bike are free.

How do you get to Fort De Soto Park?

You can follow the self-guided historical trail or call ahead for fort tours. To reach the park, take Interstate 275 to exit 17. Proceed west and turn left at the second stoplight (State Road 679). From the Gulf beaches, proceed south on Gulf Boulevard until you reach St.

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Can you swim in DeSoto Falls Alabama?

Swimming at DeSoto Falls Picnic Area Can swim above A. A. Miller Dam, in the West Fork of Little River (above DeSoto Falls near Mentone, Alabama) The DeSoto Falls Picnic Area is located 7 miles from the main park area.

Does DeSoto State park have WIFI?

Several state parks that do not have campgrounds offer free Wi-Fi in or near the park office or store. The parks include Blue Springs, Monte Sano, Buck’s Pocket, Florala, Frank Jackson, Lake Lurleen and DeSoto.

Do people swim in DeSoto Falls?