Entrance - Private Vehicle
$25.00Admits the passholder and passengers of a single vehicle. Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances.
FL
Canaveral National Seashore
Hours
Open daily · 6:00AM - 8:00PM
Entrance Fee
$25.00
Entrance - Private Vehicle
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Canaveral National Seashore at a glance
- Best time
- March–April, October–November
- Trip length
- Half day–1 day
- Don't miss
- Hike Castle Windy Trail
- Nearby city
- New Smyrna Beach, FL
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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.
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
Entrance - Motorcycle
$20.00Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
Entrance - Per Person
$15.00Good 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 8:00 pm. Last entry into the seashore is at 7:00 pm.
- Monday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Tuesday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Wednesday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Thursday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Friday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Saturday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Sunday6:00AM - 8:00PM
Playalinda District- Titusville Entrance
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.
- Monday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Tuesday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Wednesday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Thursday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Friday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Saturday6:00AM - 8:00PM
- Sunday6:00AM - 8:00PM
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.
- MondaySunrise to Sunset
- TuesdaySunrise to Sunset
- WednesdaySunrise to Sunset
- ThursdaySunrise to Sunset
- FridaySunrise to Sunset
- SaturdaySunrise to Sunset
- SundaySunrise to Sunset
Entrance Passes
Annual Entrance - Park
$45.00This 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.
Common questions
Planning Canaveral National Seashore
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 1 reservation type on the Permits tab, including Canaveral National Seashore Turtle Watch Tours. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
