The breathtaking and unspoiled beaches sit directly on the Gulf of Mexico. Visit The Gulf Islands National Seashore, scuba dive and snorkel the more than 40 artificial reefs beneath the surface of the Gulf of Mexico, golf, fish or rent a boat and explore the area by water.
Crystal clear green waters lap the white sandy beach. A seagull threads its way across the sky. In the distance dolphins play. This is your beautiful sea.
Navarre offers a veritable treasure chest of natural beauty. Diamond white sands, emerald-green waters, sapphire-blue skies and miles of undeveloped beaches are just a few of the area's charms. Navarre's beaches also offer endless water sports, sunbathing, beach combing and bird watching.
Beaches aren't the only draw in Navarre, Florida. In nearby Milton, FL, dubbed the Canoeing Capital of the World, visitors can canoe, kayak and tube on the Blackwater River, Sweetwater River , Juniper River and Coldwater River.
The area's salt and fresh water offers additional fun for the family.
In the Gulf, anglers will find Pompano, Flounder, Cobia, King and Spanish
Mackerel, White Trout and many others. On the rivers, fly rod enthusiasts
will delight in catching Bass, Bluegill and many other types of fish. For
those with a competitive streak, numerous salt and freshwater tournaments
are held May through October.
Snorkeling and scuba diving give visitors and residents a 'close up'
view of the area's undersea life. With more than 45 artificial reefs, you
can become one with a vast variety of colorful aquamarine species.
The USS Massachusetts has been in the Gulf since the early 1920's; a freighter since 1943; and an old wood sailing vessel that caught fire and sank in the 1900's provides the underwater enthusiast with plenty to see and to
explore.
Several championship golf courses, including The Moors, home of the
Senior PGA tournament held in march, are located in Santa Rosa County, Forida.
Tiger Point East and West offer waterfront golf courses that are guaranteed
to challenge even the most seasoned player. Stonebrook Golf and Country
Club and Hidden Creek are two additional courses offering beautiful landscaping and a challenge for the novice and pro, alike. Each course has been designed to accentuate the natural beauty of the region.
Dazzling white sand, emerald green and turquoise water - amaze visitors
and residents alike. The whiteness of the sand is from the almost pure
quartz crystals deposits, formed thousands of years ago in the Appalachian
Mountains and eventually carried to the Gulf of Mexico.
The Gulf Islands National Seashore was established to conserve a large portion of this area for future generations to enjoy. Miles of unspoiled beaches offer endless opportunities for water sports. Scuba divers and snorkelers delight in the beauty below. There are more than 40 artificial reefs beneath the surface of the Gulf of Mexico south of Pensacola Beach, consisting of barges, ships, a jet, an oil rig and army tanks.
Boaters may climb aboard charter boats offering guided tours as well as fishing, or launch their own vessels. The protected waters of the Santa Rosa Sound provide safe boating for novices as well as the pros. The salt and fresh waters offer a bounty of fishing, from the beach or boat. Competition fishing tournaments are common from May through October.
Santa Rosa County is home to many attractions. The Nature Walk, a one mile waterfront boardwalk in Navarre, meanders along the Santa Rosa Sound offering a spring-fed fish pond, playground equipment, picnic and recreation area. Additionally, you can relax and enjoy the beautiful water, sunsets and sunrises while sitting on one of the many benches located along the
walk.
An extension of the Nature Walk, the Panhandle Butterfly House, houses 200 species of native butterflies and 1,200 native plants for a 'hands-on' experience for the entire family. All stages of the butterfly's development
can be observed in their natural habitat. This seasonal wonderland provides
children of all ages the opportunity to view butterflies as never before.
Children will love to go on safari to see more than 700 animals at
The Zoo in Gulf Breeze, Florida ...complete with 50 acres of natural landscapes and botanical gardens, as well as elevated walkways for a bird's eye view of animal habitats.
Without fail, the beaches of Navarre Beach, Florida are a definite '10'. Add the allure of sugar-white sand and 45-foot bluffs within minutes of one another and it's easy to see why so many make the Navarre Beach area home. Navarre Beach is also home to the Gulf Islands National Seashore, 8 miles of pristine, undisturbed beach and a variety of sealife for the nature enthusiast, sun-worshiper, and exercise fan alike.
Nearby, lies Milton, commonly referred to as the 'Canoe Capital'. Here canoeing, tubing, hiking, bicycling, and camping in stands of oak or pine are available along spring-fed rivers...which makes for a day of adventure or relaxation. A bicycle trail and walking tour of the Milton Historical District is also available. Residents and visitors alike have the best of all worlds right in their own backyard. It's easy to see that in navarre
and the surrounding areas, art imitates life...which is why so many come
for the beaches and stay for the fun of it.
Whether you are seeking activities like, charter boat fishing, sailing, golfing, parasailing, family fun, a romantic get-away, or just soaking up the sun, Navarre Beach, Florida has a lot to offer!
Browse the many shops, boutiques, galleries and specialty shops. For family time, there are amusement parks, miniature golf and water parks to round out your daily itinerary.
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