With miles of paved and unpaved trails and boardwalks, there's no shortage of ways to experience the Pensacola Bay Area on foot. Just remember, as you explore, be mindful that you're stepping through Mother Nature’s backyard. Check out some area favorites.
Perdido Key
Discover Nature TrailThis half-mile family-friendly hike takes you on a raised boardwalk through dunes, pine trees, salt marsh outlooks, and brings you to a beautiful view of Grand Lagoon.
Perdido Key
Big Lagoon State ParkGet outdoors on a 4.9-mile birding trail and 2-mile estuary trail. The park features an amphitheater, fishing, wildlife, swimming and more. It also serves as a prime location for crabbing (and weddings).
Perdido Key
Tarkiln Bayou PreserveThis state park's elevated boardwalk gives you a view of its four rare, carnivorous pitcher plant species. Enjoy the 6.5-mile Perdido Bay trail and the wheelchair-accessible 1.5-mile Tarkiln Bayou Trail.
Pensacola Beach
Footprints in the Sand Eco TrailFind out the secret to Pensacola Beach's white sand and more. This trail features about 30 educational signs stationed across the island, each one exploring a different ecological topic.
Downtown Pensacola
Colonial Archaeological TrailPick up your free trail guide at the Tivoli House in Historic Pensacola Village and head out on this walking tour of ruins and other exhibits.
downtown pensacola
America’s First Settlement TrailThe America’s First Settlement Trail is a three-mile marked path through downtown Pensacola and the Pensacola Historic District.
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Pensacola Photo Trail
Looking for the perfect selfie? Grab your selfie stick and camera and take to the Pensacola streets! We’ve compiled more than 30 of the most iconic photo locations in the Pensacola Bay Area to help you capture the Pensacola Experience.
University of West Florida Pensacola, FL 32514 (850) 474-2580
Geocaching in Pensacola
The Pensacola Bay Area has been loved by explorers since 1559. Now you, too, can embark on your adventure and discover our destination visiting many geocaches in the Pensacola Bay Area.
Great Florida Birding Trail
Grab your cameras and binoculars and start your birding journey along our coastline.
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