Santa Rosa Area

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Operating Hours

Highway 399 (J. Earle Bowden Way): 24 hours a day, year-round

Parking Lots along Hwy. 399 are closed from sunset to sunrise.

Opal Beach Facilities: 8:00 a.m. to sunset

Facilities

Beach Parking: There are numerous parking lots throughout the area offering easy access to the beach.
Opal Beach: This swim beach offers numerous public restrooms, outdoor showers, and picnic shelters. Lifeguards are on duty at this beach during the summer months.

Directions

From Interstate 10: Take Exit 12 for I-110 South, exit 1B Gregory Street East, merge onto 30 E Chase Street, turn left onto Bayfront Parkway /Hwy 98 East, merge onto Hwy 399 to beaches, cross toll bridge ($1.00), continue along Hwy. 399 for 6 miles, the area continues for an additional 7 miles after entering.

 

Plan Your Visit

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  Entrance Fees

  Entrance fees are required for most Gulf Islands National Seashore areas and are good for one to seven consecutive days.

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  Know Before You Go

  Park Rules & Regulations

  You are responsible to know the rules and regulations of the national seashore prior to your visit.

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  Be prepared for Your Trip

  Park Safety

  The national seashore can be a challenging location, plan ahead to be prepared for your trip.