Canaveral National Seashore
Designation: National Seashore
Location: Florida
📘 Park Overview
Reflect on the barrier island which is composed of dune, hammock, and lagoon habitat. Explore ancient Timucua shell mounds. Experience the sanctuary that is provided for thousands of species of plants and animals that call Canaveral National Seashore home.
🌤 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)
🚗 Directions
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.
Images
Enjoy a day at the beach.
Credit: NPS Photo Lord
Eldora State House is an early 20th century homestead along Moquito Lagoon.
Credit: NPS/Photo: L. Peters
Apollo Beach and Playalinda Beach both display this entrance sign before the entrance stations.
Credit: NPS/Photo
The Apollo Visitor Center as viewed from the dock.
Credit: NPS Photo Lord
Activities
Topics
Operating Hours
Entrance Fees
Entrance Passes
3-Day Weather Forecast
Sunday, Nov 30
Sunny
High: 78.3°F | Low: 66.9°F
Humidity: 74%
Wind: 9.4 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 0.8
Sunrise: 06:58 AM
Sunset: 05:26 PM
Moon: Waxing Gibbous (68%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 66.3°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Monday, Dec 1
Partly Cloudy
High: 73.6°F | Low: 68.5°F
Humidity: 75%
Wind: 11 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 0.9
Sunrise: 06:59 AM
Sunset: 05:26 PM
Moon: Waxing Gibbous (78%)
Visibility: 5 mi
Dew Point: 66.1°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Tuesday, Dec 2
Partly Cloudy
High: 79.5°F | Low: 69.4°F
Humidity: 78%
Wind: 14.1 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 0.9
Sunrise: 07:00 AM
Sunset: 05:26 PM
Moon: Waxing Gibbous (87%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 69.3°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Park Alerts
Park Events
Junior Anglers Program
MOST TUESDAY THRU THURSDAY IN JULY- “JUNIOR ANGLER PROGRAM” - 10:00 AM-12:00 PM - Summer programs are back! Canaveral National Seashore will host an amazing, free summer Junior Angler program. Youths aged 8 and up will learn the skill of surf or lagoon fishing, including knot tying, bait & tackle, healthy fish habitats, and gain hands-on experience. All fishing gear and bait are provided. These single-day fishing clinics are scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday throughout June and July. Reservations are required. Program is free, but entrance fee applies. Parents/guardians must remain for the entire program. For information or to make reservations, please call the Apollo Beach Visitor Center at 386-428-3384. Meet at the Visitor Center. (2 hours)
Location: 7611 S. Atlantic Ave New Smyrna Beach FL, 32169
Date: Jul 1, 2025 12:00am to Jul 25, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
The Sea Turtles Are Here (Apollo)
MONDAY 7th - 10:00 AM- “THE SEA TURTLES ARE HERE”-Find out the current numbers of sea turtle nests on your national seashore. Learn about the 4 different species that use our shores to lay their eggs. Meet at the Visitor Center (1 hour)
Location: Apollo District. Meet at the Visitor Center
Date: Jul 7, 2025 12:00am to Jul 7, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Manatee Mania at Eddy Creek (Playalinda)
SUNDAY 13th- 9:00 AM- “MANATEE MANIA AT EDDY CREEK” – Observe manatee in their natural environment and learn about their unique characteristics from park staff. Meet at Eddy Creek Dock in the Playalinda District at 9:00 AM (30 minutes).
Location: Playalinda District: Meet Eddy Creek Dock
Date: Jul 13, 2025 12:00am to Jul 13, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Seashore 101 at Playalinda
SUNDAY 13th- 10:00 AM- “SEASHORE 101 AT PLAYALINDA”- Join a park ranger for a 20 minute talk to discover what makes Canaveral National Seashore so special. Meet at the top of the boardwalk at Parking Area #3 in the Playalinda District at 10:00 AM. (20 minutes)
Location: Playalinda District: Parking area #3
Date: Jul 13, 2025 12:00am to Jul 13, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Manatee Mania (Apollo)
MONDAY 14th and 21st - 9:00 AM- “MANATEE MANIA” – Observe manatee in their natural environment and learn about their unique characteristics from a park ranger. Meet at the Visitor Center Pavilion in the Apollo District at 9:00 AM. (30 minutes)
Location: Apollo District meet at Visitor Center.
Date: Jul 14, 2025 12:00am to Jul 21, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Beach Walk (Apollo)
MONDAY 14th - 10:00 AM - “BEACH WALK” Discover gifts from the sea on a walk on the shore. We’ll look for seashells, driftwood, and other wonderful surprises. Be sure to put on sunscreen and bring plenty of water. (1 hour)
Location: Apollo District meet at the visitor center.
Date: Jul 14, 2025 12:00am to Jul 14, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Species of Concern (Apollo)
SATURDAY, JULY 19th – 11:00 AM SPECIES OF CONCERN IN CANAVERAL NATIONAL SEASHORE learn about some species of concern that visit Canaveral National Sea Shore. These interesting species include the Right Whale, Manatee, Sea Turtles and more. this program Meet at Visitor Center, (1 hour.)
Location: Apollo District. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Date: Jul 19, 2025 12:00am to Jul 19, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Beach Cleanup (Apollo)
Monday 21st - 10:00 AM BEACH CLEAN-UP” Help keep our beaches clean. Join us to clean up your national park Bring water, sunscreen, bug repellant and a hat. We provide trash bags and show you how keep a record of what you collect. (1hour
Location: Apollo District: Meet at the Visitor Center.
Date: Jul 21, 2025 12:00am to Jul 21, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Beach Arts and Crafts (Apollo)
SATURDAY, JULY 26th - 11:00 AM BEACH ARTS & CRAFTS- Join us for some beach style arts crafts as we do sand art and make some shell necklace and more. While doing the arts & crafts we will discuss some of the animals of the beach and ocean habitats. Meet at the Visitor Center. (1 hour)
Location: Apollo District Meet at the Visitor Center.
Date: Jul 26, 2025 12:00am to Jul 26, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Beach Walk (Playalinda)
SUNDAY 27th- 9:00 AM- “BEACH WALK”- Join a park ranger on a walk through the unique ecosystems of the seashore. Bring a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and water. Be prepared to walk a mile on the beach. Meet at Parking Area # 2. We will leave promptly at 9:00 AM.(45 minutes)
Location: Playalinda District: Meet at parking lot #2
Date: Jul 27, 2025 12:00am to Jul 27, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
Apollo Visitor Center,
7611 S Atlantic Ave
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169
🏤 Mailing Address:
Canaveral National Seashore, Headquarters
212 S. Washington Ave.
Titusville, FL 32796
📞 Voice Phone: 3864283384
✉️ Email: cana_interpretation@nps.gov