Perdido Key State Park

Perdido Key State Park

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

Hours

8 a.m. until sunset, 365 days a year.

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 for 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

Kiersten Wilson, Park Manager
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Manager's Message

Now is the perfect time to bring the whole family out for a fun-filled day exploring white sand beaches and swimming in the blue waters of the Gulf of America.
The boardwalk near the fire station sustained damage and was covered by sand.
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Recovering After Hurricane Sally

Hurricane Sally made landfall in 2020 near Perdido Key State Park as a slow-moving, powerful Category 2 storm. The park’s boardwalks and other facilities sustained devastating damage.
birds, watching, nests, trail, birdwatching
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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 home to numerous native shorebirds and unique seasonal visitors.

Experiences

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

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible 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

Perdido Key State Park
Perdido Key State Park
Perdido Key State Park
Perdido Key State Park
Perdido Key State Park
Perdido Key State Park
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. Green turtles, the Kemp’s ridley and 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.

People Make the Parks

Jessica Ryan picking up trash along the beach.

Staff Spotlight

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

Volunteer Spotlight

Volunteering gives Laura the opportunity to pursue her passions while giving back to the community.
Friends of Pensacola State Parks

Friends of Pensacola State Parks

Friends of Pensacola State Parks is a nonprofit organization that supports Big Lagoon, Perdido Key and Tarkiln Bayou Preserve state parks.

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