Beautiful trails, but be advised - the trails are not marked, and we had poor cell service, so bring a compass and a map/ take a picture of the map. Also, bring a hat for the sun, and water. Some trails are sandy and can be fairly difficult terrain. With those proper expectations in mind though it is quite nice!

We are outdoorsy people and while we love the beach we also love to hike. Naval live oaks offers a little of both. With close to 9 miles of trails this is the closest thing to real hiking we have found in the area. Lots of wildlife and as you can see gorgeous trails and views!

Breathtakingly beautiful! Gorgeous view, peaceful walk along the shoreline, picnic tables, and a map of the area is on display at the Main Office/Welcome Center. Dogs are only allowed in approved area’s; I did not see approved areas at this particular park. There is a lovely dog park on Pensacola Beach, located off scenic route highway 98.

Naval Live Oaks Nature Preserve holds a special place in my heart. Nestled along the picturesque Gulf Coast, this hidden gem of natural beauty and tranquility is a must-visit destination. Walking through the preserve, I was enveloped by the soothing sounds of nature—a symphony of chirping birds and rustling leaves. The diversity of flora and fauna amazed me with each step. Vibrant wildflowers painted the landscape, while moss-covered branches added a touch of whimsy. The stunning coastline took my breath away—a never-ending stretch of sugar-white sand meeting crystal-clear waters. It's not just the beauty that captivates; it's the historical significance too. This land played a vital role in shipbuilding history. Naval Live Oaks is a sanctuary where solace is found, nature's wonders are admired, and the interconnectedness of all living beings is contemplated. A visit to this timeless preserve will touch your soul and leave you in awe of its beauty.

Just a beautiful and peaceful place. You get serene views of the bay and Pensacola beach. Plus you can find beautiful oak trees here.

A cozy serene outdoor picnic area, just about 200 yards stroll from the visitor building.

Shaded trails and private beaches. Save yourself a few million dollars by visiting one of several private beaches along these trails. We took three or four short side trails that led to beautiful waterfront beach areas that were unoccupied. A tree next to the visitor center even had a nest actively being built!

Beautiful! But getting there is a bear driving through PENSACOLA BEACH! Price to get is was $25 per car so I hope you have a National Park Pass or get a military pass at the gate. The sand was a heavier white sand that does NOT stick to your hands and feet like regular sand. Very odd but was great. Felt “cleaner”. Excellent biking trails and Fort Pickens was awesome just not handicap friendly at all. Not wheelchair accessible. You can walk to the beach from anywhere and set up. The water was amazingly blue and clear and clean and COLD. Several parking areas as you head to Fort Pickens to park and stroll the beach. Not too many places at Fort Pickens for picnic tables. The only sad thing is there were no rangers present at Fort Pickens or anywhere else. Tight budget I guess. The ones we did see were questionable and just stayed inside the discovery center talking to the two cashier girls. Never talked to the visitors or even acknowledged them. Sad for a national park and such a historic place. Fishing is allowed everywhere. Would come back just to hang out on the beach.

If you are staying at or near Navarre this is the best park around that I found. It has narrow trails compared to some but it was not busy and the trails are both shaded and unshaded. There are several trails and the beach at either edge of the park is also very nice for walking. There are picnic pavilions and decent map posts. Trails are very nice. They are predominately very sandy but I wore tennis shoes still. The one downside is a road goes through the park but that's a minor problem really. I spent my entire morning on one side of it. I saw a few people with dogs so I would assume the park is pet friendly as well. This is a park I would highly recommend to nature lovers and hikers alike.

The shoreline is tucked away right outside gulf breeze proper. You can see the pensacola beach bridge and the condos stretch across the horizon, beautiful place to come.

pretty park, but nothing is marked and there are no signs throughout. we got turned around quite a few times (and im an experienced hiker) because there are tons of trail splits.

This is one of the most beautiful coastal parks I've ever been to in the country. I moved here from the Tampa Bay area and I can't believe I'm in the same state its so different. The beaches in this area are spectacular and so well cared for. I'm very impressed. I walk here every day and it's such a gift!

The only reason I took my family is because when I looked at the Google Maps pictures, there was a picture of a hanging rope that you can throw yourself off of and my family (who was in town for my birthday) loved the idea! We were disappointed because we couldn’t find it but were glad we got to enjoy our time there. It’s so beautiful but be ready for the long walk to get to the water!

I love the national Park service and the department of the interior for this hidden gem! Rope swings, fish cleaning sink, picnic area, trails, fishing, swimming, and more. Absolutely stunning.

Stayed a couple months winter 2022 then back for a couple months this year. These trails, both the boardwalk, visitor center area south of 98, and the Jackson trail on the other side of the highway are wonderful for long hikes. Dog friendly.

Great Park! A number of easy loops of various distances. Most trails offer water access.

Great wide open trails. Easy walk for the whole family. Plus amazing dune that has to be the steepest in the area. Highly recommend.

Best place to go on a romantic walk and enjoy the peaceful sunset

Regarding the NW portion of the park. There is a picnic area and bathroom facilities. The bathrooms were closed during my visit. It could have been due to the freezing temps the night before or just a season thing. The part of the trail I walked was mostly soft sand. At the first west boundary there is a gate and it appears this is a regular entrance for people. I certainly plan to revisit at a later date to explore the other parts.

Amazing place to go. Tons of different animal tracks and critters to observe and I love how far off the road it is. Really allows you step away from the noises of the city and into nature. This our Favorite place to go with the kids for mini adventures into the wild.

It was a pretty cool trail and you’ve got long and short options which is also nice. My only complain is the littering. There wasn’t a huge amount of trash but there’s still some here and there. Side note you better have your bug-spray on hand because you will get bit the moment you step into the trails!

This is a pretty secluded park. There are trails on both sides of the highway. Most are sandy with root and stump obstacles along the way. Other than parking there are no facilities on the north side.

I was expecting more uniform spacing on the live oaks, granted it's been a VERY long time since it was planted. Cool spot though, the Andrew Jackson trail had a very neat long leaf savannah along it.

A nature preserve that has many hiking trails, beach's, and critter's, keep your eyes open, bear's do roam the area.

Very cool place to hike, trails through oak Gravesend to sunny, sandy beaches with sparkling waves. A blue heron put on a show for us about 12 feet away in a short tree top.