Perdido Key State Park, State park in Escambia County, Florida, US
Perdido Key State Park is a 247-acre natural area on a barrier island along Florida's Gulf coastline. The landscape features white sand, rolling dunes covered with sea oats, and flat coastal terrain.
The protected area was established as part of Florida's conservation efforts to safeguard barrier islands from storm surge. The park developed from a need to protect the fragile coastal environment from erosion.
The beach serves as a gathering place where visitors swim, collect shells, and fish from the shore throughout the year. The area draws both local residents and travelers seeking direct connection with the Gulf.
Boardwalks connect the parking areas to the beach across the dunes, with covered picnic tables and outdoor shower facilities throughout the park. These paths make access straightforward for all visitors regardless of mobility.
The park shelters one of only two populations of the rare Perdido Key beach mouse found in the United States. This small rodent species plays a vital role in spreading sea oat seeds across the dune system.
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