Canaveral National Seashore

Situated on a barrier island along Florida's east coast, inviting park highlights for visitors include pristine, undeveloped beach, dunes and lagoon offering sanctuary to an abundant blend of plants and animals. Year-round recreation includes fishing, boating, canoeing, surfing, sunbathing, swimming, hiking, camping, nature and historical trails. Locals and nearby residents are often seen partaking in many outdoor activities around the area.

From ancient times to the present, the barrier island that is Canaveral National Seashore has provided sanctuary and sustenance to humans of many cultures. There are traces of their existence along with the water, the wildlife and plant life provides visitors with a timeless view of old Florida.

The beach at Canaveral National Seashore is the longest extent of undeveloped coastline along the Florida Atlantic coast and provides for an uncrowded seashore experience. Visitors take the trails and explore the region looking for seashells on the beach. The seashore wildlife is prevalent along the beach. At different times of the season visitors may encounter bottlenose dolphins or manatees in the lagoon or a summer giant turtle laying eggs on the beach. Bird watching is a popular activity in the region and can be enjoyed throughout the beach and coastal area.