Canaveral National Seashore
Canaveral National Seashore
Canaveral National Seashore is on a barrier island which includes ocean, beach, dune, hammock, lagoon, salt marsh, and pine flatland habitats. The barrier island and adjacent waterways offer a blend of plant and animal life. Records show that 1,045 species of plants and 310 species of birds can be found in the park. Endangered species include, but are not limited to, loggerhead, green and leatherback sea turtles, West Indian Manatee, Southern bald eagle, wood stork, peregrine falcon, eastern indigo snake, and Florida scrub jay. The park has two districts and the Seminole Rest Site. The North District is in Volusia County, near New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Seminole Rest is also located in Volusia County in Oak Hill, Florida. The South District, in Brevard County is near Titusville, Florida. Visitors may enjoy walking the nature and historical trails during the cool winter months. Throughout the year opportunity for recreational activities include; lagoon and surf fishing, boating, canoeing, surfing, sunbathing, swimming, hiking, horseback riding and backcountry camping.IN DEPTH
Park Regulations & Safety Permits Special Use Permits Special Park Use Permits are required for short-term activities that take place in the park area which - Provide a benefit to an individual, group or organization, rather...read more
Things To Do Outdoor Activities Beaches: The seashore has undeveloped beaches and limited services. There are no designated picnic areas, phones, food, or drinking water. Lifeguards are on duty from May 30 to...read more
Who's Who at the Park Contact Public Affairs Media inquiries should be directed to the park's Public Information Officer, Eric Lugo. Freedom Of Information Act The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) gives you the right to...read more
Preservation Management The staff of Canaveral National Seashore is committed to preserving this unique undeveloped seashore paradise for the enjoyment of this and future generations. They work closely with Federal, state,...read more
Just For Kids Be A Junior Ranger Earn your Junior Ranger patch and certificate by... ... participating in the Basic Junior Ranger Program Basic Junior Ranger Program. Children are required to attend three park programs,...read more
Frequently Asked Questions Where Can I Find More Information About The New National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Passes? For information about the new pass program, go to http://store.usgs.gov/pass/. I lost my park pass. Can you look...read more
Planning Your Visit Things To Know Before You Come Restrooms & Ramps. New Smyrna Beach, FL - North District: Accessible ramps to the beach are located at Parking Areas 1A and 5. The...read more
In A Nutshell Weather Summers are hot & humid with temperatures in the mid-to-upper 90's. Winters are mild with day-time temperatures in the 60-70 degree range. Short periods of cold weather dipping down to...read more
At A Glance Park Statistics National Park Service Public Use Statistics Canaveral National Seashore Annual Visitation During the Past Decade ...read more
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