Getting Around

Traffic & Roads

Live map · Bridge status · Hwy 98 · Parking availability

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Navarre Bridge — Hwy 98
Opens on demand for marine vessel traffic · Height clearance: 65 ft (fixed span)
Status: Open
Est. crossing: 4 min
Bridge opens: On request
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Hwy 98 & Navarre Area

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Estimated Drive Times

East on Hwy 98
Navarre → Pensacola
~28 min
Via Hwy 98 E. Light traffic typical. Peak congestion 7–9 AM and 4–6 PM weekdays. Beach season weekends add 10–15 min.
Moving Well
West on Hwy 98
Navarre → Fort Walton Beach
~22 min
Via Hwy 98 W. Minor slowdown near Navarre Beach Blvd intersection midday. Consistent otherwise.
Light Delay
South via Bridge
Hwy 98 → Navarre Beach
~6 min
Across the Navarre Bridge. No delays currently. Bridge opens on demand — add 5–10 min if a vessel is crossing.
Clear
East on I-10
Navarre → Pensacola (I-10)
~35 min
Via US-98 W to I-10 E. Alternative route avoiding coastal congestion. Recommended during peak beach season Saturdays.
Clear

Active Incidents & Notices

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No Issues
Hwy 98 — Full Corridor
No reported incidents, road closures, or construction delays on Hwy 98 between Navarre and Pensacola.
Open
Gulf Islands National Seashore — Beach Access Roads
All access roads open. Navarre Beach access point: open dawn to dusk. No entry fee. Restrooms available.
Notice
Navarre Beach Blvd — Utility Work
Minor lane restriction possible weekdays 9 AM – 3 PM near the beach park entrance. Flaggers on site. Expect brief delays.

Manual alerts · Source: FDOT FL-511 · Santa Rosa County · Updated as conditions change

Beach Parking & Access

Navarre Beach Marine Park
● Available
Large lot. Contact facility for current fees. Restrooms, showers, picnic areas. Pier access. 6 AM – 11 PM.
Gulf Islands Nat'l Seashore
● Open — No Fee
Free access at Navarre section. Primitive facilities. Dawn to dusk. Limited spots — arrive early on weekends.
Navarre Beach Pier Lot
● Available
Pier fishing access. Contact facility for current access fees. Overflow lot nearby during peak season.
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Plan Your Trip
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