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Bay Forest Retreat

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· Navarre, Santa Rosa, Florida

11 acres hosted by Hilary S.

2 lodging sites · 2 tent sites

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Explore 11+ acres of rustic and untamed woods. We are two military veteran families who enjoy the land as a place for family and friends to explore, camp, and relax at the 250+ feet of the East Bay beach. Primitive camping is permitted at designated wooded high grounds in the middle of the property. It is a 5 and 10-minute rugged hike in to the middle ground and waterfront, respectively. The trail remains under development, so please bring close-toed shoes or boots for hiking throughout the property (depending on rainfall, there may be mud and water). Our Glamper is a 10x12 canvas furnished tent located a short but rugged 2-minute hike from parking. It provides the opportunity to go camping without having to pack all the gear. Our location is minutes from the Emerald Coast - 7 mins to Navarre Beach, - 30 mins to Pensacola Beach, - 15 mins to Naval Live Oaks, - 45 mins to Fort Pickens, - 50 mins to NAS Pensacola, - 45 mins to Santa Rosa Island, - 35 mins to Okaloosa Island, - 40 mins to Destin. Recommended local restaurants: St. Michael's Brewery which has rotating food trucks and is family friendly, Ye Olde Brothers Brewery, Dewey Destin’s, Windjammers, TC’s Front Porch, Deb’s Coffee, The Eatery food truck park, Top’s Burgers, and New York Pizza Depot. Other sightseeing in the area includes: Museums: National Naval Aviation Museum, Air Force Armament Museum, Fort Pickens, Indian Temple Mound Museum, Pensacola Museum of Art, Museum of Industry, and Destin History & Fishing Museum Additional activities include: Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center, HH Arts Gallery, Emerald Coast Science Center, Gulf Breeze Zoo, and Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park.

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285 ratings · 226 reviews

Elizabeth Q.recommends

June 10, 2024

Bay Forest Primitive Retreat

We only staued for a night but It was a really nice experience!

Emma K.recommends

June 8, 2024

Bay Forest Primitive Retreat

i will definitely be coming back

i am a young girl who camps by myself and i felt very safe, everyone was friendly and the environment was peaceful

Leah M.recommends

June 8, 2024

The Glamper 2 at Bay Forest

My husband, 5yr old son and myself enjoyed our 3 nights in the Glamper 2 and it was very nice! We previously stayed using the primitive camping and this was much easier not having to bring all the gear on the walk from parking. It even stormed during our stay and we remained dry and comfortable

Michdave C.recommends

June 2, 2024

Bay Forest Retreat - Inactive

Bring lots of bug spray

I would say that it was a pretty good experience as far as not too far into the woods great neighbors and the shower was awesome of course could have been warm water would have been better but then again you did get the beach water we didn't get to experience unfortunately but I know we'll be back with lots and lots of bug spray

Ender L.recommends

June 2, 2024

Bay Forest Primitive Retreat

My girlfriend and I stayed 3 nights and it was an excellent experience. On our 2nd night a large thunderstorm hit us pretty hard and our site flooded getting all our gear wet. When we contacted the hosts about switching to an available Glamping site, they were able to accommodate us despite it being very last minute. The camping area had plenty of space and the trail to the site was a fun little walk. It was very quiet as well. The road noise wasn’t too bad after 8:00pm and we never woke up to it in the morning. Overall, it made for a good experience and I would recommend staying here.

Natalie A.recommends

May 28, 2024

The Glamper at Bay Forest

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We had such a nice stay at the glamper! Clear directions and comfy accommodations. Beautiful trees all around! and what thoughtful details! (The outdoor shower was a treat.)

Location

Navarre, Santa Rosa, Florida, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Mvskoke (Muscogee) and Pensacola First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Hilary S.Joined in March 2021

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