Eglin AFB is located in the Florida panhandle. It’s easily accessible for travelers near and far. This region is a popular tourist destination.
Wondering where to live?
The base is just southwest of Valparaiso and Niceville in Okaloosa County, Florida. Southwest from the base via Eglin Parkway, you will reach Shalimar, Ocean City, Cinco Bayou, and Fort Walton Beach. Directly west of Fort Walton Beach are the cities of Mary Esther and Navarre. Just south of the base, across the Choctawhatchee Bay, lies the town of Destin.
What to do near Eglin AFB?
When stationed at Eglin AFB, you'll have no shortage of things to do! From Eglin’s Outdoor Recreation Center alone, you can access horseback riding, snorkeling, paddleboarding, skydiving, and more. For more Blackwater River rentals and activities, check the Whiting Field MWR.
If you plan a PCS to Eglin AFB, enjoy the area, and connect with the spouse clubs and organizations.
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