Traffic & Roads — Navarre Beach

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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

FDOT Alerts

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Live Traffic Map

Hwy 98 & Navarre Area

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Key Routes

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

Road Alerts

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

Parking

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.