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The popular .8 mile Breckenridge Nature Trail is located in the Naval Live Oaks Area.

The Naval Live Oaks Area, located on U. S. 98 east of Gulf Breeze, is open daily (except Christmas Day) from 8:00 a.m. to sunset. The Visitor Center, opened from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (except Christmas Day), features a bookstore, exhibits, and showings of a closed-caption 12-minute orientation film plus nature and history videos.

There are over 7.5 miles of trails including the .8 mile Breckenridge Nature Trail behind the Visitor Center. A covered picnic pavilion is available on a first come, first served basis and additional picnic tables are located nearby. Enjoy your lunch while enjoying the sparkling waters of Santa Rosa Sound! 

The Santa Rosa Sound shoreline is a wonderful option for people with small children who want to avoid the rough surf at the beach. The shallow, protected waters provide hours of swimming fun!  Restrooms and outdoor showers are available. Try your luck at fishing.

A group camping area is on the north side of Naval Live Oaks. It is available for organized youth groups. This is a great campsite complete with a covered picnic pavilion, restrooms, and outdoor showers.