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Canaveral National Seashore Permits

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Open for reservations year-round. Permits are $25 per night and reservable up to six months in advance via Recreation.gov. Permits must be printed 14 days before arrival and cannot be modified after printing. Check-in and check-out are both at 11:00 a.m. Backcountry beach camping is no longer allowed; only designated island sites are available.

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Flood Warning issued October 12 at 10:19AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

10:19 AM — October 13th, 10:30 AM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... St Johns River Near Astor affecting Volusia and Lake Counties. .The St Johns River at Astor remains in Moderate Flood Stage due to north winds and upstream heavy rainfall draining through the basin. River levels are forecast to remain near the Moderate Flood Stage through this week. For the St. Johns River...including Astor...Moderate flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...St Johns River near Astor. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 3.0 feet, Water approaches or may enter lowest homes on or near Wildhog Road and nearby canals. Flooding reaches the parking lot of the Juno Trail Apartments. Flooding on portions of Alligator Road and Holiday Road. Lowest lying yards along Blue Creek are flooded. Roads at Astor Landing Campground and Lake Dexter Boat Ramp begin to flood. Water enters lower homes closest to the river on McPherson Lane. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:30 AM EDT Monday the stage was 3.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:30 AM EDT Monday was 3.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady at around 3.1 feet through this week. - Flood stage is 2.3 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

About

Canaveral National Seashore's backcountry island camping provides a unique primitive camping experience on 14 designated islands within Mosquito Lagoon and the Intracoastal Waterway on Florida's east coast. The islands include both natural and spoil islands, with capacities ranging from 6 people at Orange Island up to 60 at Brickhouse Cove. All sites require watercraft access; no vehicle or RV camping is permitted within the seashore. Campers must bring their own boat, kayak, or canoe to reach the islands. Canoe rentals are available through the Apollo Beach Visitor Center for campsites 1-5 only, at $25 per night for adults 18 and older, weather permitting. Each canoe accommodates two adults plus gear. Personal flotation devices are required for all passengers. This is primitive camping with no developed amenities. Campers should bring all necessary supplies including drinking water, cook stoves, and insect repellent. Firewood is not provided but fires are permitted in designated fire rings using purchased firewood or charcoal; all coals must be completely extinguished and removed from the beach. The backcountry permit does not include the park entrance fee, which must be paid separately.

Directions

All 14 island campsites are accessible only by watercraft. Launch from Apollo Beach or other access points along the Intracoastal Waterway and Mosquito Lagoon. Specific island locations and coordinates provided with permit confirmation.