Canaveral National Seashore: Alerts, Map, Weather & Trailie Planner

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.

5 current NPS alerts

Park Closure: Playalinda District: Parking Lot #8-13
Information: Operating Hours
Caution: Beat the Heat
+2 more in the Alerts tab

Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 11, 2026). Official Canaveral National Seashore page on nps.gov

Weather Information

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)

Entrance Fees

Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach

$100.00

Admits Commercial Vehicle entrance with 26 or more-person capacity

Commercial Entrance - Van

$40.00

Admits Commercial Vehicle entrance with 7–15-person capacity

Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus

$40.00

Admits Commercial Vehicle entrance with 16–25-person capacity

Entrance - Private Vehicle

$25.00

Admits the passholder and passengers of a single vehicle. Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances.

Commercial Entrance - Sedan

$25.00

Admits Commercial Vehicle entrance with 1–6-person capacity

Entrance - Motorcycle

$20.00

Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.

Entrance - Per Person

$15.00

Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances. Admits one individual hiker, bicyclist, or pedestrian.

Operating Hours

Apollo District- New Smyrna Beach Entrance

Canaveral National Seashore is open 7 days a week. Visitor hours are 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. Last entry into the seashore is at 5:00 pm.

Monday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Friday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Sunday6:00AM - 6:00PM

Playalinda District- Titusville Entrance

Canaveral National Seashore is open 7 days a week. Visitor hours are 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. Last entry into the seashore is at 5:00 pm.

Monday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Friday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday6:00AM - 6:00PM
Sunday6:00AM - 6:00PM

Seminole Rest Historic Site- Oak Hill

Seminole Rest is part of Canaveral National Seashore in Oak Hill, FL. The trail is open 7 days a week from sunrise to sunset. Please contact the visitor center at 386 428-3384 for more information.

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Entrance Passes

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.