National Memorial · FL
Caution · Park Trails are Experiencing Seasonal Flooding and High Tides
Please be aware that portions of the nature trails are currently flooded due to seasonal high tides. These tides can cause unexpected water levels, making certain areas of the trails slippery or difficult to navigate. For your safety, exercise caution and be prepared for wet conditions. Consider wearing waterproof footwear and keep to higher ground where possible. Always stay on marked paths.
Information · Park Visitor Center Is Closed
Due to damage from the 2024 Hurricanes. The Park's visitor centers and restrooms are closed due to health and safety issues. The Park has installed portable restrooms located at the front of the park for visitor use.
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting their homelands. De Soto’s quest for glory and gold would be a four year, four thousand mile odyssey of intrigue, warfare, disease, and discovery that would form the history of the United States.
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Upcoming closures: Nov 26 (Thanksgiving Day Park Closed)
De Soto National Memorial is open with a Visitor Contact Tent. The park's Visitor Center remains closed due to Hurricane damage. The park cannot offer the movie at this time. Trails are awaiting rehabilitation and access is limited for those who need mobility assistance. There are portable restroom facilities and handwashing stations on site for visitor use.
No entrance fee.
Upcoming closures: Nov 26 (Park Closed for Thanksgiving Day Holiday)
De Soto National Memorial is open seven days a week with exceptions of Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day. The park will also be closed during periods of severe weather like tropical storms and hurricanes.
Hours are retrieved from the National Park Service and can change without notice — check the official site before you go.
Times are in the park’s local time. Golden hour is the sun within 6° above the horizon; blue hour, within 6° below.
Source: National Weather Service.