Just southwest of Pensacola is a barrier island that makes for the perfect natural escape for many. Perdido Key State Park in Florida is a giant stretch of protected land featuring rolling dunes, swaying sea oats, and shimmering ocean tides. Come explore a day of sunshine and relaxation at this state park paradise.

Perdido Key State Park in Florida is a 290-acre expanse on a barrier island just southwest of Pensacola.

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This isn’t your average Florida beach, with rolling dunes and swaying sea oats, it’s practically out of a painting.

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Open 365 days a year from 8 a.m. to sunset, guests will pay $3 per vehicle for the day to enter Perdido Key State Park.

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Located on a barrier island, this beach is a fan-favorite all year long for swimmers and those looking to walk the stunning shoreline.

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Walk the expanse of the boardwalk from the parking lot to the water, which was built in order to protect the fragile dunes and surrounding vegetation.

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What is even more fascinating is that this beach isn’t just about beauty and relaxation—it’s also home to many different threatened and endangered species from the nesting sea turtles to the Perdido Key beach mouse.

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Depending on the tide, too, you might be able to walk the shoreline and see an amalgam of colorful, vibrant seashells washed up in piles to peruse.

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Enjoy an afternoon of golden hues and tropical water when you visit Perdido Key State Park in Florida.

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To find where this state park is in Florida and how far it may be from you, click here to open the map.

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Have you ever visited Perdido Key State Park in Florida before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or if you’re looking for more information about this state park, then check out the Florida park website.

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Address: 15301 Perdido Key Dr, Pensacola, FL 32507, USA