Openings · last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-251854
When Canaveral National Seashore Permits reopens
Canaveral National Seashore Permits's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
3
Openings · last 90 days
3
Only 3 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027 · of 14 monitored sites
Of the 2,562 tracked site-nights (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 2,447 open for online reservation · 115 reserved.
Where the open windows are
4.5% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 2,447 of 2,562 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027Not open online4.5%
Open site-nights2,447 / 2,562
Reserved (of online inventory)115 / 2,562
Weekday openings1,430
Weekend openings1,017
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 1,430 fall on weekdays and 1,017 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Mar 2027December holds the most room. 418 of 434 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 14 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open | |
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 13 | Open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 13 | Open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 13 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 14 | Open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 14 | Open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 11 | Open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 12 | Open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night. Thanksgiving: 13 sites are available for the complete three-night stay. Christmas: 14 sites are available for the complete two-night stay. New Year: 11 sites are available for the complete two-night stay.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 05. Government Cut | 183 |
| 06. Jones Canal | 181 |
| 03. Shipyard | 180 |
| 04. Headwinds | 180 |
| 12. South Dredge | 178 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateFri · Sep 18
Next open weekendFri · Sep 18
The next bookable night is Sep 18; the first open weekend starts Sep 18. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
2,447 open site-nights across 14 sites at Canaveral National Seashore Permits, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 57 2-night, 57 3-night, 49 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 18 at site 05. Government Cut.
All 14 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05. Government Cut | Not recorded | None | 183 | 183 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +171 more |
| 06. Jones Canal | Not recorded | None | 181 | 153 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +169 more |
| 03. Shipyard | Not recorded | None | 180 | 154 nights | Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 +168 more |
| 04. Headwinds | Not recorded | None | 180 | 144 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +168 more |
| 12. South Dredge | Not recorded | None | 178 | 118 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 +166 more |
| 02. Homestead | Not recorded | None | 177 | 105 nights | Sep 18, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 +165 more |
| 07. Brickhouse Cove | Not recorded | None | 177 | 76 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +165 more |
| 11. Scout Island | Not recorded | None | 175 | 90 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +163 more |
| 09. Middle Dredge | Not recorded | None | 173 | 55 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +161 more |
| 08. Bissette Bay | Not recorded | None | 172 | 76 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +160 more |
| 01. Orange Island | Not recorded | None | 171 | 50 nights | Sep 18, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 +159 more |
| 14. County Line | Not recorded | None | 171 | 159 nights | Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1 +159 more |
| 10. South Middle Dredge | Not recorded | None | 168 | 77 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +156 more |
| 13. East Winds | Not recorded | None | 161 | 40 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +149 more |
About Canaveral National Seashore Permits
Overview
Canaveral National Seashore is located midway along Florida's east coast where warm waters and a temperate climate meet to host species as diverse as bald eagles and alligators or bromeliads and mangroves. The national seashore was designated in 1975 to preserve and protect this special area. Visitors to the seashore will discover its rich and diverse history, from its fertile estuaries once supporting Timucuan Indian populations to the area's first orange groves in the 1830s. Today, Canaveral National Seashore offers an inviting place to relax along the shores of the Atlantic, fish in an open lagoon, enjoy a self-guided hike, watch for wildlife like the West Indian manatee or even participate in a guided sea turtle tour.
Backcountry Camping on the Islands For visitors wishing to backcountry camp in the seashore, primitive camping is available on designated islands throughout the Intracoastal Waterway and Mosquito Lagoon. These campsites are available by reservation only and require a permit. You may reserve campsites for $25 per night and up to six months in advance. RV or vehicle camping is not permitted within the seashore.
Fourteen island campsites are available for reservation and include both natural island and spoil island campsites. All fourteen island campsites are accessible by campers with their own watercraft, such as a motor boat, kayak, or canoe. Canoe rentals are available (weather permitting) for campsites #1 - #5 only. Canoe rentals are $25 per night for 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.
Campsites - Group Size (# of People):
Orange Island - 6,
Homestead - 8,
Shipyard - 10,
Headwinds - 10,
Government Cut - 20,
Jones Canal - 20,
Brickhouse Cove - 60,
Bissette Bay - 15,
Middle Dredge - 25,
South Middle Dredge - 25,
Scout Island - 20,
South Dredge - 40,
East Winds - 20, and
County Line - 20.
Reservations . Begin booking on-line by selecting 'Build Itinerary' at the top right.
14 monitored sitesNo hookupsIslandPets OKFire pitsMax party 60
Getting there
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Canaveral National Seashore Permits?
Reservations for Canaveral National Seashore Permits are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 2,447 of 2,562 tracked site-nights are open (95.5%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 3 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Canaveral National Seashore Permits?
Campsite Sniper detected 3 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Canaveral National Seashore Permits?
57 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 18 at site 05. Government Cut. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Canaveral National Seashore Permits?
December 2026, with 418 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 434.
When is the next open date at Canaveral National Seashore Permits?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Fri, Sep 18 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 18. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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