It's a Dog's Life on the Beach
Dogs need vacations, too, and just like their owners, they want to have fun.
The Pensacola Bay Area is a paradise for pets and those who love and pamper them. The Pensacola Bay Area has plenty to offer for our furry friends. Why deny your four-legged buddy the chance for a new adventure too? Please remember, when exiting all dog beaches, leave only foot and paw-prints behind.
The map below shows pet lovers a few spots where their furry friends a chance to make their own paw-prints on the area.
Area Dog Parks
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Pensacola Dog Beach East
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Pensacola Dog Beach West
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Ashton Brosnaham Athletic Park
Get DirectionsLearn More10370 Ashton Brosnaham Dr , 32534 (850) 475-5220
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Bill Dickson Park and Boat Ramp
Get DirectionsLearn MoreBill Dickson Park and Boat Ramp, 3151 Fenceline Rd Pensacola, FL 32507 (850) 475-5220
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Paw Through Some Insider Insights
Want a different experience? You've got options!
![Gulf Islands National Seashore](https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/TTD_Beaches_Gulf_Islands_header_7cb16b4f-1247-43e2-9a86-0db974f122ef.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=320&q=80&w=320&s=f5fc29a563099fe8180d47ff03e0a847 320w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/TTD_Beaches_Gulf_Islands_header_7cb16b4f-1247-43e2-9a86-0db974f122ef.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=540&q=80&w=540&s=148239d0b384c55162b6faf8904c26be 540w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/TTD_Beaches_Gulf_Islands_header_7cb16b4f-1247-43e2-9a86-0db974f122ef.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=768&q=80&w=768&s=9d449bb2ee0840328951e4db2bbd2698 768w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/TTD_Beaches_Gulf_Islands_header_7cb16b4f-1247-43e2-9a86-0db974f122ef.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1024&q=80&w=1024&s=331d083d5c8546ff9b01e97c74800e67 1024w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/TTD_Beaches_Gulf_Islands_header_7cb16b4f-1247-43e2-9a86-0db974f122ef.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1200&q=80&w=1200&s=5f88b4826925609ba9cca8e3e2c5d52b 1200w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/TTD_Beaches_Gulf_Islands_header_7cb16b4f-1247-43e2-9a86-0db974f122ef.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1440&q=80&w=1440&s=184a7e1cf0bbe13a9e26c1f3ba5268cc 1231w)
Gulf Islands National Seashore
Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key both are home to the longest stretch of federally protected seashore in the United States. You'll find endless opportunities for solitude and relaxation and miles of unobstructed views and access to the Gulf. A short hike, bike ride, or kayak trip always ensures a swath of beach, sans humans.
![Oyster poboy sunset grill Pensacola](https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/oyster-poboy-sunset-grill.png?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=320&q=80&w=320&s=e311a3d72aafda7cfc907c1557cb5929 320w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/oyster-poboy-sunset-grill.png?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=540&q=80&w=540&s=f39d6ca81385131fbbb76dca22896bb4 540w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/oyster-poboy-sunset-grill.png?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=768&q=80&w=768&s=d5b820c105ff7c34cc5dd56e5a0ce481 674w)
Food and Drink
Experience the food and dining experiences in Pensacola. Explore our guide to the best restaurants, cafes, and culinary events to curate your unforgettable dining experience.
![Flying a kite on Pensacola Beach](https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/kite.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=320&q=80&w=320&s=447a96c8aea68ed6097338d47bf67fdf 320w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/kite.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=540&q=80&w=540&s=ac8172fcc3507fa961c123e628b0c74d 540w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/kite.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=768&q=80&w=768&s=5b3b862fa8be5a0e765cf51727f0ab5a 768w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/kite.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1024&q=80&w=1024&s=c7d750ad4ea339078affd84c38c5618c 1024w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/kite.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1200&q=80&w=1200&s=5da034ac3e19fb508c0934fd8e754529 1200w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/kite.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1440&q=80&w=1440&s=1405649a465bc8dd54ebe04c0da6bf0e 1244w)
Play on World Famous Beaches
Are you ready for a Florida beach vacation? Make plans to vacation in the Pensacola Bay Area in northwest Florida! With its crystal clear waters, white sand beaches, and endless opportunities for outdoor activities, it's the perfect destination for your next beach getaway.
![Family riding bikes on beach trails](https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/beach_trails_Exporer_Beach_488_9bc82d7a-b143-4a9e-a121-99fe9a0db1c7.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=320&q=80&w=320&s=d6c05269af018c149189f4ffc13a3aff 320w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/beach_trails_Exporer_Beach_488_9bc82d7a-b143-4a9e-a121-99fe9a0db1c7.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=540&q=80&w=540&s=bc0c24ce346cb7b9fc4bc8f905f98cad 540w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/beach_trails_Exporer_Beach_488_9bc82d7a-b143-4a9e-a121-99fe9a0db1c7.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=768&q=80&w=768&s=9f9e74bc73003b22ea23cd41f1501bb7 675w)
Beach Tours
Our sugar-white beaches and salt marshes teem with wildlife that calls our dunes and waters home.
![Beach sunset Pensacola](https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/beach-sunset.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=320&q=80&w=320&s=901774b0b92ab3049ff3ccb85832d67f 320w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/beach-sunset.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=540&q=80&w=540&s=207d503678b20c5a7fe65c21273d0d5d 540w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/beach-sunset.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=768&q=80&w=768&s=a92630824fa49b3964814116ce2ea4e1 768w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/beach-sunset.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1024&q=80&w=1024&s=2d1f8f2287a64f2ccc7b8a437209cab1 1024w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/beach-sunset.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1200&q=80&w=1200&s=560b048f9cc513906e4c97d6eb779532 1200w, https://pensacola.imgix.net/images/beach-sunset.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1440&q=80&w=1440&s=4fd8b256465f7810e8cf96773f982f08 1287w)
Plan Your Trip
White sand beaches, emerald green water, and fun in the sun are just over the horizon! Make vacation planning easy with our expert resources and destination guides below. Still have questions? Call one of our dedicated tourism ambassadors at the Visitor Information Centers or message us on social media.