Park
Bruce Beach
8 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
David And Cheri
July 4, 2022
Bruce Beach – a sweet little beach with easy access to a unique part of Pensacola Bay for kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding just past the Blue Wahoos Stadium in downtown Pensacola. Historically known as a large part of the maritime industry in the 20th century, it later served as a neighborhood beach getaway. It included a public pool, primarily used by Pensacola’s African American community, during the time of segregation. Due to lack of funding, the area closed in 1975 and sat unused for a long time. A fish hatchery was initially planned for the site, which never came to fruition. Overgrown brush was cleared from the site, and picnic tables and a bench installed. The 6 acre park opened to the public in the fall of 2018. It’s a scenic spot with ample shade trees, convenient to downtown. Grab some fresh seafood (they’ll steam if for you) and some deli items for a nice picnic from Joe Patti’s Seafood, right down the
Bruce Beach – a sweet little beach with easy access to a unique part of Pensacola Bay for kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding just past the Blue Wahoos Stadium in downtown Pensacola. Historically known as a large part of the maritime industry in the 20th century, it later served as a neighborhood…
Michelle
June 7, 2021
Quiet place for launching kayak or being near the water's edge.
Mac
January 13, 2020
Awesome Downtown Beach to hang out at!
Blair
November 30, 2018
A beach in Downtown Pensacola! Just to sit and think,watch birds, kayak, canoe....interesting views.
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Location
601 W Main St
Pensacola, FL
Downtown