Looking for free sand for sandbags near Pensacola, Pace, Milton, Navarre, Gulf Breeze or Baldwin County?Local counties and cities have announced pickup locations to help residents prepare for potential flooding.

Below are locations in Escambia County, Florida; Santa Rosa County, Florida; and Baldwin County, Alabama, along with addresses and what to bring.

Information reviewed October 8, 2026. Supplies, access and pickup arrangements can change. Check the linked county or city announcements before leaving home.

Before You Pick Up Sand

• Bring your own sandbags and shovel unless your location specifically provides them.
• Most locations offer loose sand that you bag yourself.
• Availability depends on remaining supplies.
• Follow any posted limits and residency requirements.

Free Sand Locations in Escambia County, Florida

Escambia County announced nine free sand pickup locations. County locations are listed as open 24 hours, first come, first served. Residents must bring their own sandbags and shovels.

Pickup location	Address
Baars Field Athletic Park	13001 Sorrento Road, Pensacola
Brent Athletic Park	4711 N. W Street, Pensacola
Don Sutton Park	2320 Crabtree Church Road, Molino
Escambia County Equestrian Center	7750 Mobile Highway, Pensacola
Escambia County Road Department	601 Highway 297-A, Pensacola
Ferry Pass Middle School	8355 Yancey Lane, Pensacola
Lexington Terrace Regional Park	900 S. Old Corry Field Road, Pensacola
John R. Jones Jr. Athletic Park	555 E. Nine Mile Road, Pensacola
Travis M. Nelson Park	4541 County Road 4, Century/Bratt area

Ferry Pass pickup note: The sand is at the northwest corner of the school property on Parazine Street.

Visit Escambia County’s website for official updates.

Free Sand Locations in Santa Rosa County, Florida

Santa Rosa County’s announced locations serve Navarre, Gulf Breeze, Pace and Milton. Sand is available first come, first served. Bring your own sandbags and shovel.

Community	Pickup location
Navarre	Corner of Leisure Street and Citrus Drive
Gulf Breeze / Tiger Point	Tiger Point Park, 1370 Tiger Park Lane
Pace	Pace Fire-Rescue, 4773 Pace Patriot Boulevard
Milton	Corner of Pine Forest Road and Carroll Road

Pickup hours: The announcement reviewed did not specify hours. Check county updates before making the trip.

Visit Santa Rosa County’s website for official updates.

Free Sand Locations in Baldwin County, Alabama

Robertsdale: Baldwin County Central Annex

Address: 22251 Palmer Street, Robertsdale, AL 36567

Free sand is available at the Central Annex. Bring your own bags and shovel.

Check Baldwin County’s storm updates before visiting.

Foley: Old Public Works Facility

Address: 120 E. Orchid Avenue, Foley

Sand, sandbags and shovels are provided for residents to fill their own bags on site.

Entrance: Use the north gate at the east end of E. Marigold Avenue, behind South Baldwin County United Way.

Check the City of Foley’s website for updates.

Orange Beach: Behind City Hall

Address: 4099 Orange Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach

Sand and sandbags are available for residents to fill themselves. A shovel is available if needed.

Reported restrictions: Five bags per person; residents only, no businesses. Follow current instructions at the site. The city advises that supplies may temporarily run out between replenishments.

Check Orange Beach’s storm updates before visiting.

Gulf Shores: Gulf Shores Sportsplex

Address: 19025 Oak Road West, Gulf Shores

Sand is available for residents. Bring your own sandbags and shovel; these are not provided.

Check Gulf Shores’ storm preparation announcement for details and follow newer city updates.

Baldwin County pickup hours: Specific hours were not listed in the announcements reviewed. Confirm access before heading out.

Frequently Asked Questions About Free Sand Pickup

Are free sandbags provided at every location?

No. Many locations provide only loose sand. Bring your own bags and shovel for Escambia County, Santa Rosa County, Robertsdale and Gulf Shores. Foley and Orange Beach have announced bags and tools at their sites.

Are the sandbags already filled?

Most listed locations require you to fill the bags yourself. Allow time for loading and follow instructions at the pickup site.

Where can I get free sand in Pensacola?

Escambia County’s locations include Baars Field, Brent Athletic Park, the Equestrian Center, the Road Department, Ferry Pass Middle School, Lexington Terrace and John R. Jones Jr. Athletic Park. See the address table above.

Where can I get free sand in Navarre, Pace or Milton?

Santa Rosa County lists pickup at Leisure Street and Citrus Drive in Navarre, Pace Fire-Rescue on Pace Patriot Boulevard, and Pine Forest Road and Carroll Road in Milton. Tiger Point Park serves the Gulf Breeze area.

More Hurricane Preparation Resources

Get your household ready with Cat Country 98.7’s Hurricane Preparedness Checklist.

For current weather alerts and forecasts, visit the National Weather Service in Mobile/Pensacola and the National Hurricane Center.

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