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Alerts
Park Closure
Playalinda District: Parking Lot #8-13
Attention Visitors:Due to strong winds and sand and water on the road, the following areas of the Playalinda District of Canaveral National Seashore are temporarily closed to all visitor use, including driving, walking, and biking: The main Playalinda road north of Parking Lot #8 Parking Lots #9–13 The beach north of the Parking Lot #8 boardwalk No backcountry hiking permits will be issued during this closure. Please follow posted signs and staff directions and stay out of closed areas.
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.
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 - 6:00 PM. Last entry into the seashore is at 5:00 pm.
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.
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.
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.