Welcome to the Cape Canaveral Beaches
Discover the beauty and excitement of Cape Canaveral's pristine beaches, where sun, sand, and surf come together to create unforgettable experiences. Due to limited parking and a $20 entrance fee (per car) to the park, these 5 beaches tend to be much less crowded than the beaches in town. Not on that, but they also have a more natural feel with the lack of buildings and the abundance of nature surrounding these beaches.
Endless Adventures
Embark on a journey of exploration as you stroll along the golden shores, with miles of pristine coastline waiting to be discovered. Whether you're a sunseeker, surfer, or beachcomber, Cape Canaveral has something for everyone.
Natural Wonders
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Cape Canaveral, home to diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife. Keep an eye out for dolphins playing in the waves and sea turtles nesting on the shores. Rays can even be seen hopping out of the water if you're lucky! These beaches also have significanly more shells than the beaches in town.
Location
Location: Cape Canaveral National Seashore, Florida
Directions: About 15 minutes from the main part of town, follow A1A south through New Smyrna Beach until you hit the park entrance.
Facilities and Hours
Facilities: Expect limited amenties other than bathrooms.
Activities
From swimming and sunbathing to surfing, the possibilities are endless at Cape Canaveral beaches. Soak up the sun, make a splash in the waves, or simply relax and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean.
About New Smyrna Beach
New Smyrna Beach is best known for having the best surfing in Florida and its moniker as the Shark Bite Capital of the World. Don't be alarmed though, shark bites are still rare, haven't been fatal in years, and primarily happen to surfers that are way out past the break. New Smyrna Beach has hosted the National Scholastic Surfing Association Championships, the National Kidney Foundation Pro-Am Surf Festival, and the National Scholastic Surfing Association East Coast Championships due to its incredible waves. Also, New Smyrna Beach lets you drive on the beach, which is a unique experience that you can't find at many other beaches!
The city boasts an incredible array of resturants like Norwoods, The Garlic, Avenu On Flagler, and The Breakers. Many of the local restaurants are located on Flagler Avenue, which is a popular shopping district that leads to the beach, Canal Street, which is the historic downtown area, and Third Avenue, which is the beachside shopping district.
More than 422,000 people visit New Smyrna Beach each year to take in the incredible sunrises, enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere, and experience the local culture. Make your way to the Flagler Ave beach, or any of the other 13 beach access points, to enjoy an east coast sunrise over the water and take in the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean.
New Smyrna Beach is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States, located on the central east coast of the state, with the Atlantic Ocean to the east. Its population was estimated to be 32,119 in 2022 by the United States Census Bureau. The downtown section of the city is located on the west side of the Indian River and the Indian River Lagoon system. The Coronado Beach Bridge crosses the Intracoastal Waterway just south of Ponce de Leon Inlet, connecting the mainland with the beach on the coastal barrier island.
