About Canaveral National Seashore
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself in a protected sanctuary where diverse plants and wildlife thrive—making Canaveral National Seashore a place where nature, history, and discovery come together.
Plan a Visit
Core visitor information on this page is sourced from the National Park Service. NPD proximity sections use NPS reference coordinates and straight-line distance. Local source bundle updated Sep 27, 2026. View the official NPS page.
Weather & Conditions
Summer: Hot & humid (Temperatures average in the 90's) Winter months: Temperatures in the 40–70-degree range, with a "cold spell" where temperatures lower to the mid-30's). Hurricane Season: June 1st through November 30th (most activity normally occurs in August through October)
NPS Reference Location
Park state / territory membership: Florida. This map uses the National Park Service reference coordinate. It may represent an administrative or reference point rather than a park entrance, trailhead, visitor center, or the nearest access point. Use the official NPS directions below when planning travel.
Entrance Fees
Admits the passholder and passengers of a single vehicle. Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances.
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances. Admits one individual hiker, bicyclist, or pedestrian.
Operating Hours
Canaveral National Seashore is open 7 days a week. Visitor hours are 6:00 am to 8:00 pm. Last entry into the seashore is at 7:00 pm.
Activities
Current Alerts
Attention Visitors:Due to strong winds and sand and water on the road, the following areas of the Playalinda District of Canaveral National Seashore are temporarily closed to all visitor use, including driving, walking, and biking: The main Playalinda road north of Parking Lot #8 Parking Lots #9–13 The beach north of the Parking Lot #8 boardwalk No backcountry hiking permits will be issued during this closure. Please follow posted signs and staff directions and stay out of closed areas.
Make sure to take hot weather into consideration. Carry water and use sunscreen to reduce the risk of heat injuries during your visit.
The seashore is currently operating on the hours of 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM. Last entry into the seashore is at 7:00 pm.
Digital passes or credit/debit cards are the ONLY method of payment at all fee collection areas. Pre-paid digital passes are available online and may be purchased in advance.
Remember that rough surf is dangerous & rip currents can be deadly. Please use caution when swimming at Canaveral National Seashore.
Getting There
Canaveral National Seashore is located along Florida's East coast in both Volusia & Brevard counties. To access Apollo Beach - take I-95 to exit 249, then go east until it turns into A1A. Follow A1A south to the park entrance. To access Playalinda Beach - take I-95 to exit 220. Go east through Titusville on Garden Street, continue east and follow the signs.
View Official DirectionsContact & Address
The NPS-listed address may be an administrative office, visitor center, mailing/contact location, or other park facility rather than a park entrance.
Entrance Passes
This is the annual pass for Canaveral National Seashore only. It allows access for one vehicle per visit for 12 months from the month of purchase. The Apollo & Playalinda Beach Entrance Stations only accept credit or debit for payment. Touchless payment such as Apple pay, and Google pay are now accepted as well.
Topics & Themes
Things To Do
Hike Castle Windy Trail
Castle Windy Trail is located in Canaveral National Seashore's Apollo Beach. Park at beach parking area number three to access…
Seminole Rest
Seminole Rest tells a story of Timucua indians, a pioneer settlement, and preservation of cultures. Preserving this site is essential…
Visitor Centers
Apollo Beach Visitor Center
Canaveral National Seashore's visitor center is located at 7611 S. Atlantic Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169. Pick up a brochure or a Junior Ranger…
Campgrounds
Canaveral National Seashore Backcountry Island Camping
Natural and spoil island campsites provide a variety of access and capacity options to those visitors who have their own boat, canoe or kayak. Reservations…
Nearby National Park Service Sites
These sites are ordered by straight-line distance between NPS reference coordinates. This is useful for comparison, but it is not road mileage. Trails, parkways, rivers, and distributed units may extend far from their reference point.
Nearby Cities for Trip Planning
These cities are ordered by straight-line distance from the NPS reference coordinate. They are comparison starting points, not official park gateways or road-distance estimates. Trails and other distributed units may extend far beyond this reference point.
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