Perdido Key State Park

Perdido Key State Park

Let the boardwalk carry you over the dunes to a beachfront paradise

Hours

365 days a year from 8 a.m. until sunset.

Fees

$3 per vehicle. Please use the honor box to pay fees.

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Location

15301 Perdido Key Drive
Pensacola FL 32507

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Contact Info

850-492-1595

Welcome to Perdido Key State Park

White sand beaches and rolling dunes covered with sea oats make this park a favorite destination for swimmers and sunbathers.

Surf fishing is a popular activity and welcomes anglers of all skill levels. Boardwalks from the parking lot allow visitors to access the beach without causing damage to the fragile dunes and beach vegetation. Covered picnic tables overlooking the beach provide a great place for family outings. 

The park is home to several threatened and endangered species, such as the Perdido Key Beach Mouse, nesting shorebirds and nesting sea turtles.

Plan Your Visit

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Manager's Message

Warmer weather is upon us, making now the perfect time to bring the whole family out for a fun-filled day exploring white sand beaches, swimming in the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico, viewing from a distance nesting shorebirds or surf fishing in the Gulf of Mexico.
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Beach Ecosystem

The beautiful white sugary sand at Perdido Key State Park is comprised of finely ground quartz, washed down from the Appalachians 25 million years ago. Today, beach-goers enjoy the beautiful sand, sun and water but the beach is much more than that.
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Birding at Perdido Key

Birding is a very popular activity along the Gulf Coast of Florida. Perdido Key State Park is popular area for birders to frequent, as it is home to not only the numerous native shorebirds which may be spotted at the park, but also unique seasonal visitors.

Experiences

Birding
Birding
Fishing
Fishing
Hiking
Hiking
Shelling
Shelling
Surfing
Surfing
Swimming
Swimming
Walking and Running
Walking and Running

Amenities

Beach
Beach
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
Parking
Parking
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
Shower Station
Shower Station
Water Fountain
Water Fountain

Perdido Key State Park Photo Gallery

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Perdido Key State Park
Perdido Key State Park
Perdido Key State Park
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Lady sits at waters edge facing the emerald green water.
Two children play in the waves with setting sun in the background.
Sea turtle is seen through the ripples of clear water.
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Sea turtles at Perdido Key

Loggerhead sea turtles begin showing up at Perdido Key in late March or early May on into August where the females lay their eggs in nests along the beach. Although less frequent the green turtle, and the Kemp’s Ridley, the hawksbill have also been recorded laying nests.
A view of the Anastasia Beach Mouse among the vegetation.
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Perdido Key Beach Mouse

The role of the Perdido Key Beach Mouse is often overlooked when people think of the habitat. One critical behavior the mice have is to forage for seeds and then store them underground. Most importantly for the coastal dune ecosystem are the sea oat seeds.

Upcoming Events

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Ocean Awareness Event

Sat, Jul 20, 2019 9:00 am - 2:00 pm CDT

Enjoy a day at the beach while learning how to preserve the ocean environment.
Perdido Key

Pensacola, FL

People Make the Parks

Jessica Ryan picking up trash along the beach.

Staff Spotlight

A former scout, Jessica Ryan's passion for the outdoors led her to become a park ranger at Big Lagoon, Perdido Key and Tarkiln Bayou State Park.
Volunteer Laura Junior proudly wears volunteer hat while walking the beach at Perdido Key.

Volunteer Spotlight

Volunteering with Florida State Parks, Laura Junior gets to pursue her passions and the opportunity to chase her dreams while giving back to the community.
Friends of Pensacola State Parks

Friends of Pensacola State Parks

Friends of Pensacola State Parks, is a non-for profit organization that supports Big Lagoon State Park, Perdido Key, and Tarkiln Bayou Preserve.

This Park is Recognized by:

Designated Greenway
Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail

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