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Fort De Soto Park stretches more than 1,100 acres across five interconnected islands known as keys. This enormous complex of ecosystems contains a tropical paradise of palms, flowering plants, mangroves, wetlands, and beaches. Bird watchers will be amazed by over 325 species that have been documented on the islands. The park offers camping , picnicking, a playground, and seven miles of paved walking paths. The park was used as a gunnery and bombing range during WWII and visitors can learn more about the history of the islands at the Quartermaster Storehouse Museum. The park features a 12-inch mortar battery and two British breech-loading rifles from 1890.

3500 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde, FL 33715, Phone: 727-582-2100

Fort De Soto Park, Florida
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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