Canaveral National Seashore Backcountry Island Camping
Open year-round. Reservations required through Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance. Permits must be printed 14 days before arrival and cannot be modified after printing. Check-in and check-out are both at 11:00 AM.
Rip Current Statement issued September 24 at 2:44AM EDT until September 26 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Coastal Volusia County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM this morning to 4 AM EDT Saturday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 8 AM EDT this morning through late Friday night. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Some flooding of low-lying lots, parks and roadways may occur near the shoreline. Only isolated road closures are expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong, southward flowing longshore current is expected to develop in the surf zone, in addition to the other hazards.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 24 at 2:44AM EDT until September 25 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Coastal Volusia County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM this morning to 4 AM EDT Saturday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 8 AM EDT this morning through late Friday night. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Some flooding of low-lying lots, parks and roadways may occur near the shoreline. Only isolated road closures are expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong, southward flowing longshore current is expected to develop in the surf zone, in addition to the other hazards.
High Surf Advisory issued September 24 at 2:44AM EDT until September 26 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Coastal Volusia County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM this morning to 4 AM EDT Saturday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 8 AM EDT this morning through late Friday night. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Some flooding of low-lying lots, parks and roadways may occur near the shoreline. Only isolated road closures are expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong, southward flowing longshore current is expected to develop in the surf zone, in addition to the other hazards.
About
Backcountry Island Camping at Canaveral National Seashore provides a true primitive camping experience on 14 designated islands within Mosquito Lagoon and the Intracoastal Waterway. These natural and spoil islands offer solitude and direct access to one of Florida's most pristine coastal lagoon ecosystems. Sites vary in capacity from 6 people at Orange Island to 60 at Brickhouse Cove, accommodating solo paddlers through larger groups. All campsites are boat-access only. Sites 1-5 (Orange Island, Homestead, Shipyard, Headwinds, and Government Cut) are accessible via canoe rental from the Apollo Visitor Center for $25 per night. Sites 6-14 require personal watercraft such as a motorboat, kayak, or canoe. Waterways can be shallow, so route planning is essential. This is Leave No Trace camping with no facilities whatsoever. Campers must bring all water, pack out all trash, and use biodegradable toilet paper. Containerized fires are permitted when authorized in designated areas; bring your own firewood or camp stove. Cell phone reception is available, and a phone is strongly recommended for emergencies.
Directions
Apollo Beach entrance: I-95 exit 249, proceed east and follow signs. Located on FL A1A at the southern end of New Smyrna Beach at 7611 S Atlantic Ave. Canoe renters must arrive at Apollo Visitor Center before 4:00 PM on check-in day.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (386) 428-3384 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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