New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Kayak Camp in Canaveral National Seashore

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Originally added by Yvonne Levesque

Set out across Mosquito Bay to visit some of the rustic island campsites.

Drive South on Atlantic Avenue in New Smyrna Beach until you see the guard shack. Pay the $5 entrance fee. Parking area #7 is a good place to start. Canoe rentals are available (weather permitting) for campsites #1-#5 only. Canoe rentals are $25 per night and available to individuals 18 years and older. Canoe capacity is two adults per canoe, plus gear. For canoe rentals, please inquire at the Apollo Beach Visitor Center or call (386) 428-3384 ext.0 for more information. You can find information on permits here.

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