Northwest Florida Big Lagoon State Park
Big Lagoon State Park
At Big Lagoon State Park near Pensacola, you'll find extensive trails winding through a coastal forest with a floor of sparkling white drifts of sand, drifts like snow in their blinding intensity and difficulty of footing.
Big Lagoon is best known for its (really big) lagoon, high observation tower, and campground, but the trail system is a delight for hardy hikers. It’s easy to make short forays out along the lakes and to the observation tower, but a walk around the entire park isn’t to be taken lightly, with full sun and soft sand your constant companions. Still, for lovers of scrub and scenic views, this is one spectacular trail system—and the birding’s superb in the early morning hours.
Guidebooks
Hiker's Guide to the Sunshine State
North Florida & the Florida Panhandle: An Explorer's Guide
Directions
Directions & LocationFrom Pensacola, follow US 90 west to SR 173 (Blue Angel Parkway). Continue south to SR 292 (Sorrento Rd); turn right. Drive 2.7 miles to SR 293 (Bauer Rd); turn left to reach the park entrance at the end of the road.
Overview
OverviewLocation: Perdido Key
Length: 4.9 miles
Lat-Long: 30.31089,-87.415857
Type: Two loops
Fees / Permits: state park entrance fee
Good for: birding, campground
Difficulty: 4 of 5
Bug factor: 2 of 5
Restroom: yes, at picnic areas
Trail conditions are desert-like throughout most of the trail system. Take plenty of water, and wear a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses. Expect difficult footing; a hiking stick may be of assistance. Don’t forget your binoculars and camera to enjoy the vast panoramas.
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