Perdido Key

Spanish for "lost island," Perdido Key encompasses federal and state parks abundant with wetlands, estuaries and wildlife. It’s so peaceful, it’s easy to get lost in the beauty. Visitors will find plenty to do in Perdido Key, ranked among the nation’s top 20 beaches by "Dr. Beach," from charter boat fishing and golfing to birdwatching and taking in the scenery.

Perdido Key features several world renowned parks, including Perdido Key State Park, Big Lagoon State Park and Gulf Islands National Seashore. Whether you’re canoeing in the Perdido River or Bayou Tarkiln, birdwatching or enjoying one of the free national park ranger camps, you'll love spending time on one of the last unblemished stretches of nature in the Florida Panhandle.

After enjoying the outdoors, visitors retreat to luxury condominiums and beach homes with all the amenities – sweeping views, saunas, indoor and outdoor pools, and even private marinas.

Perdido Key is its own island with a distinct personality. You can take advantage of the laid-back pace or explore neighboring Orange Beach to the west and Pensacola to the east for more shopping, dining and entertainment options. Plus, Naval Air Station Pensacola is just 10 minutes away, with attractions such as the National Naval Aviation Museum.

Perdido Key is home to the legendary Flora-Bama bar, which straddles the state line, as well as Lost Key Golf Club, a designated Audubon Signature Cooperative Sanctuary golf course. Known for its out-of-the-ordinary celebrations, Perdido Key is home to the New Year’s Polar Bear Dip, Interstate Mullet Toss and the Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival.