Ship Island can be visited by using an official tour boat out of Gulfport.

Most of the barrier islands of Gulf Islands National Seashore in Mississippi can only be reached by private boaters and paddlers, providing unique wilderness camping experiences. Of these, West Ship Island and Horn Island are the most popular destinations. In Mississippi, there is one coastal unit – Davis Bayou – and six barrier islands within the National Park. Gulf Islands National Seashore encompasses six separate units in Florida. Continue east on US 98 another 1.9 miles past the exit to Pensacola Beach to the main entrance for the headquarters building. Directions to Headquarters: From Pensacola, follow US 98 east over the Pensacola Bay Bridge to Gulf Breeze.

Use the map at the top of the page to find specific destinations within the National Seashore.