Port Charlotte, FL · Military History · War Memorials

William R. Gaines Jr. Veterans Memorial Park

Charlotte County park honoring Marine William R. Gaines Jr., killed in the 1983 Beirut peacekeeping mission, and all veterans and first responders.

20499 Edgewater Drive, Port Charlotte, FL 33952

941-627-1074

Memorial monuments stand alongside a military-themed playground, nature trails, fishing and paddling. County improvement work can affect parking and restrooms — check current access before visiting.

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Information last verified 2026-10-21. Please confirm hours and fees before visiting.

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