Things to Do

Embark on a strenuous hike up to a historic fire lookout with adjacent backcountry camping sites and enjoy views of Mount Rainier and the surrounding valley.

Hike to the historic Gobblers Knob Fire Lookout perched on a rocky outcrop above Lake George.

When the U.S. army arrived in the Rio Grande delta in March 1846, General Taylor’s first stop was to establish a base that would allow him to receive reinforcements and materiel. He selected the Mexican settlement known as El Frontón de Santa Isabel.

A visit to Fort Casey State Park offers the visitor a glimpse into early military life as well as spectacular views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains. Camping is also available year-round. Admiralty Lighthouse is a favorite stop when visiting the park and Ebey's Reserve.

Climb Long Island's tallest lighthouse.

A remote and tropical paradise exists 3 miles West of Garden Key at the uninhabited Loggerhead Key.

A number of the Park's Heritage Sites contain lighthouses.

This loop hike traverses a forest before ascending Beech Mountain, where there is a fire tower and views of Long Pond, Mansell Mountain, and the west side of Mount Desert Island.

This short, moderate loop on the west side of Mount Desert Island provides hikers with views of Long Pond and Mansell Mountain on the way up and access to one of the few remaining fire towers in the area.