As part of the
Gulf Islands National Seashore, 8 miles of protected
shoreline, Opal Beach provides a great rest stop to
enjoy wildlife, take a dip in the Gulf waters and definitely
take a picture. Opal Beach offers restrooms, showers,
and picnic pavilions, and thus is a great stop for
hikers and bikers who are taking in the beautiful dune
landscape between Pensacola Beach and Navarre Beach
on the Seashore Trail or the South Santa Rosa Loop
Trail. The Opal Beach Area can also be reached by motorists
via 399, which runs parallel to the multi-use trail
through the National Seashore.
Landscape & Wildlife:
This unspoiled beach stretch between Navarre Beach and Pensacola Beach
is known for its breathtaking white quartz sand, and clear emerald
Gulf waters.
Gulf Islands National Seashore offers nature lovers eight miles of federally
protected, undeveloped shoreline – the longest continuous stretch
of protected beach in Northwest Florida, perfect for sun seekers, birdwatchers
and outdoor enthusiasts. The shoreline boasts sand so clean and powdery
white it literally squeaks under traveler’s toes. The warm Gulf
waters also attract a plethora of fish, making the region famous for
the beloved pastime of fishing. Gigantic dunes and clusters of sea oats
border the way for hikers and bikers.
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