Big Lagoon State Park

Information as of 8-4-24

This state park offers swimming, boating, fishing, camping, hiking, and paddling. It is also the starting point for the Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail. It is also part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. It has an observation tower and a boat launch.

Hours:

  • Daily: 8AM-sunset

Prices:

  • $6/vehicle

Website: https://www.floridastateparks.org/BigLagoon

Address: 12301 Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola, Florida, 32507

Phone: 850-492-1595

General reviews summary:

  • Positive:
    • Quiet
    • Clean
  • Negative:
    • Most bad reviews were regarding storm damage that has been repaired.
    • Swimming is poor
  • General perception: Great. A lightly visited state park. Generally liked.

Verdict:

It was partially closed for years due to a hurricane, so it has been recently remodeled. The campground is closed next summer (2025) for remodeling.