Canaveral National Seashore
National Seashore · FL
Caution · Beat the Heat
Make sure to take hot weather into consideration. Carry water and use sunscreen to reduce the risk of heat injuries during your visit.
Caution · Rip Currents and Rough Surf
Remember that rough surf is dangerous & rip currents can be deadly. Please use caution when swimming at Canaveral National Seashore.
More information2 noticesfrom the National Park Service
Information · For entrance fees, we accept digital passes and credit/debit cards
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.
Information · Operating Hours
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.
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.
- NPS site
- nps.gov/cana
- Location
- Canaveral National Seashore (28.786, -80.754)
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Passport stamp locations
- Apollo Beach Visitor Center
- Eldora
- Playalinda Beach
- Seminole Rest Wayside, Lost Mounds
Hours
Apollo District- New Smyrna Beach Entrancetoday: 6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Sat Oct 36:00AM - 8:00PM
- Sun Oct 46:00AM - 8:00PM
- Mon Oct 56:00AM - 8:00PM
- Tue Oct 66:00AM - 8:00PM
- Wed Oct 76:00AM - 8:00PM
- Thu Oct 86:00AM - 8:00PM
- Fri Oct 96:00AM - 8:00PM
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.
Playalinda District- Titusville Entrancetoday: 6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Sat Oct 36:00AM - 8:00PM
Visitor centers
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- Apollo Beach Visitor Centertoday: 9:00AM - 5:00PMDirections
Self-guided tours
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Apollo Beach Audio Tour1–2 hours · 4 stops
Using your cell phone, explore the Apollo Beach District. It is recommended to visit the visitor center first. Explore two historic places, Turtle Mound and Eldora House, then visit the beach. This tour can last from one hour or more depending on how much time you would like to spend here.
Natural Sounds Audio Tour2–20 minutes · 4 stops
All recorded sounds were recorded by Dr. Nathan Wolek the 2020 artist-in-resident. The National Park Service Natural Sounds and Night Skies Division and Atlantic Center for the Arts are partnering for this environmental arts program. Close your eyes and listen to the sounds of Canaveral National Seashore. Multiple locations are recorded throughout the park including Apollo Beach, Playalinda Beach and Seminole Rest.
Seminole Rest Audio Tour15–40 minutes · 7 stops
Seminole Rest is open daily from sunrise to sunset. There is a half mile path that is handicap accessible. Read about various snapshots of history about Timucuan and then Reconstruction Era settlers at this location on the various wayside stops along the way. This site is located in Oak Hill, Florida along the west side of Mosquito Lagoon. Enjoy the views of the lagoon, wildlife viewing and serenity during your visit. These are the very same qualities it's early inhabitants so enjoyed!
Young Sound Seekers Audio Postcard Tour
Entrance fees
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- Private Vehicle — $25.00
Admits the passholder and passengers of a single vehicle. Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances.
- Motorcycle — $20.00
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
- Per Person — $15.00
Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances. Admits one individual hiker, bicyclist, or pedestrian.
- Annual Entrance - Park — $45.00
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.