Perdido Beach is a town located along the coastline of Perdido Bay, which runs as a border between Florida and Alabama. Outdoor enthusiasts who would enjoy visiting what both states have to offer in terms of beauty and active living can camp with their RV, stay overnight in a tent or simply visit a local park for the day. The region is framed by small towns and plenty of fresh air, and RV camping is especially popular. There are many campgrounds ready for you to call home in the evenings after a full day of boating, fishing, swimming or jogging.
State Parks
When it comes to picturesque views and sleeping under the stars, the state parks located near Perdido Beach are ideal. Some allow for RV camping, such as Big Lagoon State Park. Here, you can park your RV up to 45 feet long and take advantage of the electricity and water hookups available. Once you step out of your RV, you can partake in one of the nation's most exhilarating kayak excursions -- the Saltwater Paddling Trail. This begins at Big Lagoon State Park and stretches outward for 1,515 miles.
For RV campers, you can kayak for just a portion of this and return to your site, or enjoy other outdoor activities, including coastal forest hiking trails and access to Gulf beaches. Gulf Islands National Seashore is another popular location near the eastern end of Perdido Key. Fort Pickens is a developed campground inside of the seashore boundaries that includes hookups for RVs as well as local access to shore fishing and swimming.
Private Parks
There are also many private RV parks located in areas near Perdido Key State Park where you will find full hookups, including wireless Internet. One such park is Playa Del Rio RV Resort. You can walk to the beaches from Playa Del Rio, and a marina provides boaters with direct access to all water sports. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available, and reservations are recommended.
Lazy Acres RV Park & Campground can be found in Elberta, Alabama, which is a short drive from Perdido Beach. An RV up to 65 feet in length can stop here for the night and will stay along the shore of a lake. There are even laundry facilities and a swimming pool to help you clean up and cool down after a day of hiking and fishing.
Trails
Almost every RV campground and park located in or around Perdido Beach features lush trails just waiting to be explored. You can stay active by hiking along the Great Florida Birding Trail, which allows you to view flocks of native birds at arious times of year. Big Lagoon also has hiking and biking trails that will burn calories while captivating you with Florida and Alabama's natural beauty. Landscaped trails have also been formed along the property lines of Perdido Key's condominiums and time shares, so you can enjoy a brisk walk or jog along the ocean.
Water Sports
Water sports are the most popular form of physical activity experienced by RV campers in the region. Fishing is very popular, as is kayaking, boating and swimming. You can explore native creatures like the sea turtles that nest from early May through late October or catch the small Perdido Key beach mouse that scurries along the shores. Enjoy surfing, paddling or snorkeling in the ocean waters while camping with your RV.
RV Campers
RV campers who also play golf will be able to experience breathtaking courses in nearby Pensacola, Florida. Lost Key offers an annual golf membership as well as a weekend guest pass for those just interested in checking out the golf opportunities. Perdido Bay Golf Course is a bit more informal but has still been rated a "Best New Public Course" by Golf Digest. Here you can take lessons, play a round of golf or simply enjoy walking around the grounds before returning to your campsite.
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