Frequently Asked Questions
County Ordinances
Lease Fee Reduction Policy
How can I get a copy of my lease/sub-lease?
Is RV parking allowed on Pensacola Beach?
The only RV parking on the Island is at Fort Pickens and at Pensacola Beach RV Resort. RV parking in any public parking lot prohibited per Escambia County ordinance Section 94-7.
Can we have a bonfire on the beach?
No fires can be built on the beach. Escambia County ordinance 74-36 (4) prohibits any fires.
What size of tents are permitted?
Where can I find walkover/parking lot information?
Walkover, parking lot numbers, emergency access and virtual mile marker information can be found here.
When do the beach trolleys run?
The free beach trolleys run from 5:00pm until 1:00am seven days a week. You can find more information here.
Can I bring my dog to the beach?
Pensacola Beach has two dog-friendly areas, which are open from 7 a.m. to sunset May 1 through October 31, sunrise to sunset November 1 through April 30. The west end park is located at Lot 21.5, the first parking lot past the last condos on the Gulf. The east end park, Lot 28.5, the first parking lot past Portofino. Numbers 59 and 83 on our reference map here. All dogs are required to be on a leash, and signs will be posted to designate dog-friendly areas. Doggie bags, disposable bins and handy wipes will be available at both locations. For more information, please contact the Santa Rosa Island Authority at 850.932.2257.