Pensacola-perdido key & coastal alabama information

With an average temperature of 75 degrees and 343 days of sunshine, it's not surprising the key is a long-hidden retreat that blends together both year-round outdoor activities and an authentic laid-back lifestyle uniquely its own. Perdido Key, Florida is an unincorporated community located in Escambia County, Florida, between Pensacola, Florida and Orange Beach, Alabama. "Perdido" means "lost" in the spanish language. No more than a few hundred yards wide in most places, Perdido Key stretches some 16 miles from the Perdido pass bridge near Orange Beach, Alabama. To just across from Santa Rosa Island near Pensacola, Florida. Perdido Key offers wide swaths of beaches and dunes protected from development by the Gulf Islands National Seashore and the state of Florida. Big Lagoon State Park is especially attractive giving host to many activities. The park beckons visitors to swim, fish, boat, canoe and hike. Crabbing in the shallow waters of Big Lagoon is a popular activity as well. The west beach picnic area, shade by pines and oaks is just the place to enjoy a relaxing meal. Natural communities, ranging from saltwater marshes to pine flatwoods, attract a wide variety of birds, especially during the spring and fall migrations. While the beaches, shallow bays, nature trail and open woodlands offer splendid opportunities for nature study.

Local Dining

-Flora Bama Yacht Club and Ole River Bar                                              - Islander Food Shack

17401 Perdido Key Dr.- (850)492-0611                                                         13818 Perdido Key Dr.- (850)378-8202

- The Crab Trap                                                                                         - Lillian's Pizza

16494 Perdido Key Dr.- (850)492-8888                                                        14514 Perdido Key Dr. (850)492-0131

-The Jellyfish Bar                                                                                      - The Sunset Grill

13700 Perdido Key Dr.- (850)332-6532                                                       14050 Canal Way- (850) 497-1761

-Perdido Key Oyster Bar                                                                          - Hub Stacey's

13700 River Rd.- (850)492-5600                                                                  5851 Galvez Rd.-(850)497-7001

-Pedro's Mexican Restaurant                                                                   - Shrimp Basket

13584 Perdido Key dr.- (850)492-1701                                                          14600 Perdido Key Dr. -(850)492-1970

- Lost Key Golf Club                                                                                 - The Pointe

625 Lost Key Dr.- (850)549-2161                                                                  14340 Innerarity Point Rd.-(850)492-3577