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Kelly Del Valle
Photo Date:
08/01/2017
Looking over the Gulf of Mexico from the historic fort.
Kelly Del Valle
Photo Date:
08/01/2017
The trail to the ocean.
Kelly Del Valle
Photo Date:
08/01/2017
The perfect way to spend a sunny day.
Kelly Del Valle
Photo Date:
08/01/2017
Sea turtles nest year round on Florida coasts, with a peak season during summer.
Kelly Del Valle
Photo Date:
08/01/2017
Historic cannons on display for visitors.
Kelly Del Valle
Photo Date:
08/01/2017
The historic fort is open for exploring.
Kelly Del Valle
Photo Date:
08/01/2017
The view from the fort.
Kelly Del Valle
Photo Date:
08/01/2017
A view of the pier showing some of the fort's ruins.
Kelly Del Valle
Photo Date:
08/01/2017
Fort Desoto's fishing piers are open all night.
Kelly Del Valle
Photo Date:
08/01/2017
A perfect view of the Sunshine Skyway.
Kelly Del Valle
Photo Date:
08/01/2017
Facing east toward the bay for sunrise.