Santa Rosa County · Emerald Coast · Gulf Coast

Navarre Beach Pier Water Quality

MODERATE

Water quality is MODERATE — Swim with caution

The most recent test at Navarre Beach Pier showed enterococcus bacteria levels of 62 CFU/100mL, which is in the moderate range (35.5–70.4 CFU/100mL). While not unsafe, sensitive individuals (young children, elderly, those with weakened immune systems) may want to avoid swimming.

Tested: Sunday, March 15, 2026
Reading: 62 CFU/100mL
Risk Rating: 8% poor results

Historical Risk Rating

8%

Navarre Beach Pier has an excellent track record. Only 8% of tests in the last 12 months returned poor results.

Water Quality History — Last 12 Months

35.4
70.5
39
Oct
39
Oct
42
Oct
44
Nov
31
Nov
41
Dec
30
Dec
39
Jan
38
Jan
94
Feb
37
Feb
62
Mar

Values in CFU/100mL. Green = Good (≤35.4), Yellow = Moderate (35.5–70.4), Red = Poor (≥70.5)

Swimming After Rain

Rainfall can wash bacteria, fertilizers, and other pollutants into the ocean through stormwater runoff. The Florida DOH recommends waiting at least 72 hours after heavy rain before swimming, especially near inlets, canals, and river mouths. If it has rained recently in the Santa Rosa County area, use extra caution.

About Navarre Beach Pier

Florida's longest fishing pier stretching 1,545 feet into the Gulf of Mexico, the Navarre Beach Pier is a top Emerald Coast attraction.

Santa Rosa County Emerald Coast Gulf Coast

Nearby Beaches

Henderson Beach (Destin)

Okaloosa County

GOOD

Destin Beach

Okaloosa County

GOOD

Okaloosa Island Beach

Okaloosa County

GOOD

Learn More

Is It Safe to Swim After Rain?

Wait times, risk areas, and tips

Understanding Advisories

What the numbers and badges mean

Cleanest Beaches in Florida

Water quality rankings

How Bacteria Testing Works

CFU, sampling, and lab methods

Disclaimer: Water quality data is sourced from the Florida Department of Health Healthy Beaches Program. Conditions can change rapidly. This website provides informational estimates only — always check with Florida DOH for official, real-time beach conditions. Safe to Swim Florida is an independent project and is not affiliated with any government agency.