Created for joggers,
cyclists, inline skaters, and hikers, this multi-use
trail begins at the Navarre Beach Nature walk, traverses
through scenic Gulf Islands National Seashore, crosses
the Pensacola Beach Bridge, and returns through Gulf
Breeze along U.S. Highway 98 to Navarre. It is simply
a trail that encompasses the beauty of the area, with
gigantic sand dunes and expansive views of the Gulf
of Mexico. The trail east of Naval Live Oaks along
Highway 98 does not include a separate trail. This
part meanders through several neighborhoods and eventually
leads to Highway 98. The last third of the trail is
still in development.
Landscape & Wildlife:
This trail lets you discover two different terrains of the Gulf Islands
National Seashore: The gulf side (beach) and the sound side (Intracoastal
Waterway).
- Gulf side: This
unspoiled beach stretch 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,
bikers, and inline skaters.
- Sound side: Part
of Gulf Islands National Seashore, the Naval Live
Oaks Area preserves 1,400 acres for educational and
recreational opportunities. The park is named after
the beautiful oak trees that grow along the Intracoastal
Waterway, Santa Rosa Sound. Draped at times in Spanish
moss, these huge trees can grow up to 50 feet in
height and live as long as 300 years. This mainland
forest community offers hikers and bikers a likely
encounter with wildlife. Commonly spotted animals
include five-line skinks, gray squirrels, and a variety
of birds such as osprey, belted kingfishers, and
woodpeckers. Vegetation along its trails include
hickory, southern magnolia, red basil, conradina,
and more
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