Golf & Recreation in Pensacola & Perdido Key
The Pensacola area has more golf than most visitors expect. Several courses within easy reach of the beach, ranging from a municipal layout you can walk on a weekday morning to a championship course redesigned by the Arnold Palmer Design Group right on Perdido Key. This guide covers the courses closest to LunaSol's rentals, plus a few other ways to stay active during your stay.
Call ahead for tee times and current rates — green fees and availability change seasonally.
Golf Near Perdido Key
Lost Key Golf Club
The closest course to Perdido Key and the one most guests ask about. Lost Key is a par 71 championship layout redesigned by the Arnold Palmer Design Group in 2006, framed by the natural wetlands and coastal habitat of Perdido Key. It was the first course in Florida to earn Audubon International Silver Signature Sanctuary certification — the natural areas between fairways are genuinely protected, and you'll see osprey and herons on the course regularly.
The course plays 6,801 yards from the tips with a slope rating of 144, but five sets of tees make it accessible for all skill levels. The clubhouse has a full pro shop, locker rooms, and a restaurant with outdoor seating and views over the fairways. Tee times can be booked directly at lostkeygolf.com.
625 Lost Key Drive, Pensacola — (850) 549-2160 — lostkeygolf.com
Perdido Bay Golf and Lodging
A well-established course on the Perdido Key side, set along the bay with water views on several holes. Open to the public and a good option if you want a more relaxed round. The lodging on site makes it a convenient base if you're planning multiple rounds.
1 Doug Ford Drive, Pensacola — (850) 492-1223 — perdidobaygolf.com
Golf Near Pensacola Beach
Osceola Municipal Golf Course
The most affordable option in the area, and a good choice if you want a casual round without booking in advance. A straightforward municipal layout on the west side of Pensacola, and the most affordable option in the area for a casual round.
300 Tonawanda Drive, Pensacola — (850) 453-7599
Indoor Golf & Entertainment
Bogey's Golf Suites and Sports Bar
Golf simulators, a sports bar, and a casual atmosphere — a good option for an evening out or a rainy afternoon. Located near the University of West Florida, about 25 minutes from Pensacola Beach.
9410 University Parkway, Pensacola — (850) 304-7171
Other Ways to Stay Active
Cycling
The paved paths along the Gulf Islands National Seashore are good for cycling, particularly the stretch toward Fort Pickens. Several rental shops on the beach offer bikes by the hour or day. The Visit Pensacola biking guide lists current rental options and recommended routes.
Tennis and Pickleball
Public courts are available at Pensacola Beach and in several Pensacola city parks. Check with your rental property or the Escambia County Parks department for the nearest courts to your LunaSol home.
Practical Tips
- Book tee times early: Lost Key fills up on weekends, especially in spring and fall when the weather is ideal. Book directly at lostkeygolf.com.
- Best months for golf: October through April. Summer rounds are possible but early morning tee times are essential to beat the heat and afternoon storms.
- What to bring: Non-metal spikes are required at most courses. Sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water are non-negotiable in the Florida heat.
- A.C. Read Golf Course is on Naval Air Station Pensacola and requires a valid military ID or base visitor pass — not a general visitor option, but worth knowing if you have base access.
Want to get out on the water too? Our Fishing & Boating guide covers offshore charters, pontoon rentals, and everything else worth knowing about getting on the Gulf.
