Overview
A brief introduction to Canaveral National Seashore
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.
The Canaveral National Seashore (CANA) is a National Seashore located between New Smyrna Beach and Titusville, Florida, in Volusia and Brevard Counties. The park, located on a barrier island, was created on January 3, 1975, by an act of Congress. The park is split between Brevard and Volusia counties, with 9 miles of the seashore in Brevard County, and 15 miles of the seashore in Volusia County. CANA consists of 24 miles of beaches, dunes, mangrove wetlands, and a large portion of the Mosquito Lagoon. The Canaveral National Seashore is also the longest expanse of undeveloped land along the East Coast of Florida. The Canaveral National Seashore is home to more than 1,000 plant species and 310 bird species. CANA occupies 57,662 acres (23,335 ha) (including lagoons). There are 3 major beach sections in the seashore. The southern section is Playalinda Beach, the middle section is Klondike Beach, and the northern section is Apollo Beach.
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Other nearby parks
Open to camping at other nearby parks? Here are a few other parks you'll find in the vicinity.
- Charles H. Bronson Primitive Campsites
- East Camp Zone Little Big Econ State Forest
- West Camp Little Big Econ State Forest
- Tiger Bay State Forest Foster Pavilion
- Indian Lake Pavilion Tiger Bay State Forest
- Bennett Field Group Camp
- Blue Spring State Park
- Bennett Field Campground Tiger Bay State Forest
- Hontoon Island State Park
- Tram Road Equestrian Campground Tiger Bay State Forest
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