Dog beach · Titusville / New Smyrna Beach, FL

Dogs at Canaveral National Seashore

Can I bring my dog, and where on the sand?
Banned on the beach

No, pets aren't allowed on the beach or boardwalks at Canaveral National Seashore, though leashed dogs are welcome on lagoon-side trails and roads.

Leashed dogs (6-foot max) allowed on lagoon-side areas (Turtle Mound, Eldora, Eddy Creek), trails, multi-use paths, and park roads.

Where dogs can go

Leashed dogs (6-foot max) allowed on lagoon-side areas (Turtle Mound, Eldora, Eddy Creek), trails, multi-use paths, and park roads.

Where or when dogs are not allowed

The beach itself, the dune line, boardwalks, and the Seminole Rest area.

Leash and beach rules

Federal leash law strictly enforced; no exceptions for off-leash beach access.

Service animals

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.

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Last verified 2026-07-09

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Canaveral National Seashore?

No, pets aren't allowed on the beach or boardwalks at Canaveral National Seashore, though leashed dogs are welcome on lagoon-side trails and roads. Leashed dogs (6-foot max) allowed on lagoon-side areas (Turtle Mound, Eldora, Eddy Creek), trails, multi-use paths, and park roads.

What is the dog rule at Canaveral National Seashore?

Federal leash law strictly enforced; no exceptions for off-leash beach access.

When are dogs not allowed at Canaveral National Seashore?

The beach itself, the dune line, boardwalks, and the Seminole Rest area.

Are service animals allowed at Canaveral National Seashore?

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.