Canaveral National Seashore
Canaveral National Seashore offers undeveloped
beaches with limited services. The Seashore covers 57,000 acres and is the longest stretch
(24 miles) of undeveloped beach on Florida's east coast. Fourteen endangered species make
their home within Canaveral's boundaries. The 100 Timucuan Mounds within the Seashore's
boundaries are evidence of past generations of people who lived here.
There are no designated picnic areas, food
services or beach showers. Lifeguards are on duty May 30 through Sept. 1. Short,
self-guiding trails are located throughout the Seashore. Limited back-country camping in
the Seashore is permitted on the beach Nov. 1 through April 30 and on designated islands
all year around. A back country camping permit is required.
The joint efforts of three agencies protects the
Seashore from development and preserves the history, the wildlife and the diverse
habitats. The Kennedy Space
Center owns the land, which is managed by the
National Park Service and the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge.
Location
North District
Visitor Information Center
7611 South Atlantic Avenue
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169
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Canaveral National Seashore has two districts, and is located on the east coast
of Central Florida between New Smyrna Beach and Kennedy Space Center. The Seashore is
accessible via Interstate 95 (Exit 80 and Exit 84), U. S. 1, State Road 44 and State Road
406/402.
For more information
(386) 428-3384
Website
Canaveral National Seashore
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