Boating

Set Sail on Pensacola's Nautical Paradise

Explore the waters of the Pensacola Bay area with a boating experience that’s right for you. From pontoon rentals and sunset sails to fishing charters and dolphin cruises, local outfitters make it easy to get on the water and enjoy the Gulf.

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Boating Adventures

Get expert planning advice from locals who love the water.

Boating in Pensacola: Popular Spots to Launch, Docking & Dining Hotspots, & Hidden Nautical Gems

There’s a highway here where the traffic is always moving, and the drivers often wave at each other — using their entire arm! It’s called the Intracoastal…

Fishing Charters and Guides

Whether you book a fishing charter or cast a line from one of the Gulf's longest piers, the Pensacola Bay Area is an angler’s paradise!

Experience the Magic of Pensacola Bay: Memorable Ways to Set Sail

You might get a little jealous when you see those sailboats dotting the horizon, streaming along the bay in almost silence. With your feet dangling over the…

So Many Fish in the Sea, the Bays, the Bayous and the Lakes around Pensacola

Deep sea fishing is part of the fabric of Pensacola, the unofficial Red Snapper Capital of the world. But there are so many other ways to get your fish on…

Jet Set and Ski in Pensacola

For those who consider themselves to be adrenaline junkies, look no further than a jet ski adventure. Something is thrilling about gliding across the bay at…

5 Places to See Dolphins in Pensacola

Spotting dolphins in the wild are on the top of the sand-bucket lists of many Pensacola Bay Area visitors.

Discover Pensacola Like a Local — Insider Tips Sent Straight to Your Inbox

We’ll send you insider tips on upcoming events, must-visit spots, seasonal happenings, trip-planning inspiration, and ways to experience Pensacola like a local.

5 Places to Paddle in Pensacola

For over 30 years, I've enjoyed the coastal waters of the Pensacola Bay Area. In that time, I've discovered so many beautiful areas to enjoy the water for…