Perdido Key Area

 

The Perdido Key area features multiple beach accesses, a small boat launch, boardwalk nature trail, and the summer facility for Camp Happy Sands. All facilities such as restrooms, pavilions, grills, and more, are located in the Rosamond Johnson area directly after passing through the entrance station. An entrance fee is required for this area.

Visitors may continue about 2 miles down to the turnaround point, though vehicles may not park here. There are several parking lots available along the road with beach access. Roadside parking is only available in one small section marked clearly by signage.

After the turnaround point, the barrier island continues but is only accessible by foot or by boat. Only boat-in backcountry camping is allowed on the end of the island, where the remnants of some historic structures are located.

Johnson Beach Facilities & More

 

 

Operating Hours

March 1 - October 31: 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.
November 1 - Februrary 28: 5 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Overnight parking is not permitted year-round.

Directions

Perdido Key Area Map

From Pensacola: Take Highway 98 (Bus.) to Barrancas Avenue and continue onto Highway 292. Stay on Highway 292 until you cross the bridge to Perdido Key, as Hwy. 292 curves right, turn left onto Johnson Beach Road.

From Orange Beach/Gulf Shores: Head east on Highway 182 and cross over into Florida continuing onto Highway 292 (Perdido Key Drive). As the road begins to curve to the left away from the beach, turn right onto Johnson Beach Road.

Plan Your Visit

• This area requires an entrance free. Credit card only.
• This area is subject to closure due to max capacity from April through September. Arrive early for entrance.
• This area provides an accessible beach mat for access to Johnson Beach. Ask the ranger at the entrance station for the beach wheelchair.
• Parking is only permitted in designated spaces only. Roadside parking is only allowed between beach access H-K.
• Check the weather in advance. This area is high risk for rip currents. Lifeguard on duty Memorial to Labor Day.
• Gatherings over 26 people require permits.
• Pavilions are available for rent in advance.
• No pets allowed on the beach. Only on the roadway.

 

Plan Your Visit

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  Entrance Fees

  Entrance fees are required for most Gulf Islands National Seashore areas and are good for one to seven consecutive days.

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  Know Before You Go

  Park Rules & Regulations

  You are responsible to know the rules and regulations of the national seashore prior to your visit.

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  Be prepared for Your Trip

  Park Safety

  The national seashore can be a challenging location, plan ahead to be prepared for your trip.

 

Learn More

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  Explore the Stories

  History & Culture

  Explore centuries of coastal defense and much more at Gulf Islands National Seashore.

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  Nature All Around

  Nature & Science

  Above and below the water, Gulf Islands National Seashore is teeming with unique wildlife and beautiful plants.

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  Rosamond Johnson

  Rosamond Johnson sacrificed his life for his country, and is remembered today at Johnson Beach.

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  Sea Turtles

  Five species of sea turtles live in the waters and nest on the beaches of the park.