Pets Pets are not allowed in camping areas, on bathing beaches, in concession areas and may be restricted in other designated areas of the park.
Service dogs are welcome in all areas of the parks.
Big Lagoon State park is located on C.R, 292A, approximately 10 miles southwest of Pensacola. This coastal park which consists of 698 upland acres, was opened in 1978 and beckons visitors with all the recreational opportunities expected at a Florida state park. A variety of plant communities occur in the area. Look for sandpine scrub on the sandy relic dunes. The sandy beaches and salt marshes bordering Big Lagoon add variety to the scenery.