Florida park closures & advisories

29 current advisories — including 7 full closures across Florida's state parks and national parks. Confirm with the park before you go.

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

Closure

National Park Service

Starting July 27, 2026, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument will begin construction to replace, raise and rehabilitate the park’s failing seawalls. The historic fort will remain accessible throughout the project. Some areas outside of the fort will be closed for safety.

Updated Jul 21, 2026

Dry Tortugas National Park

Closure

National Park Service

Sections of the moat wall that were damaged by Hurricanes Helene and Milton (2024) are undergoing repair and reinforcement. For your safety, please follow posted signage and do not cross any barricades.

Updated Jul 15, 2026

Dry Tortugas National Park

Closure

National Park Service

Be sure to review the Alerts and Conditions below before and during your visit for additional, up-to-date information on closures, cautions, and other current park conditions.

Updated Jul 15, 2026

Dry Tortugas National Park

Closure

National Park Service

Visitor access to Bush Key is suspended until Fall 2026 to protect nesting Sooty Terns, Brown Noddies, and Magnificent Frigatebirds. Boaters must maintain a distance of 100 feet from the island's mean low tide.

Updated May 27, 2026Official notice ↗

Everglades National Park

Closure

National Park Service

Be sure to review the Alerts and Conditions below before and during your visit for additional, up-to-date information on closures, cautions, and other current park conditions.

Updated Jun 27, 2026

Gulf Islands National Seashore

Closure

National Park Service

Severe weather conditions are possible in Florida and Mississippi with Tropical Storm Bertha. The following areas will remain closed until further notice. Mississippi Barrier Islands Ship Island

Updated Jul 24, 2026

Gulf Islands National Seashore

Closure

National Park Service

The Battery 234 Loop Road and Battery Cooper within the GUIS, Fort Pickens Management Area will be closed to all for vehicle, bicyclists, and foot (pedestrian) traffic until further notice for safety purposes until the park can correct the leaning and structurally unstable historic Tower 234 that poses danger to visito…

Updated Jun 15, 2026Official notice ↗

Big Cypress National Preserve

Information

National Park Service

ORV renewals & new permits will be issued at the Nathanial P. Reed Visitor Center Friday-Monday, 9am-1:30pm. No permits will be issued Tuesday-Thursday. Permits will be issued first-come first-served. Visit our ORV page for more information

Updated Apr 22, 2026Official notice ↗

Big Cypress National Preserve

Information

National Park Service

Starting May 1st, 2026 ORV permits will be able to be purchased online. The physical office will remain open for the summer Friday-Monday from 9am-1:30pm. Please click the link to PREVIEW the site until it goes live on May 1st.

Updated Apr 22, 2026Official notice ↗

Big Cypress National Preserve

Information

National Park Service

Park passes, including: America the Beautiful, Veteran, Lifetime, etc., are UNAVAILABLE for purchase/pickup within Big Cypress. Shark Valley Visitor Center (Everglades) is the closest location to Big Cypress for purchase.

Updated Jul 8, 2024

Biscayne National Park

Information

National Park Service

Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys: $25.00 Friday - Monday and Federal Holidays Camping at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys: $35.00 per night. Payments must be made on site using the recreation.gov phone app.

Updated Feb 5, 2024

Biscayne National Park

Information

National Park Service

Convoy Point grounds, Jetty Trail, kayak launch, and picnic area open at 7 a.m. and close at 5:30 p.m. If you are using a ride share service for transportation to and from the park, ensure ride share services can be onsite before closing time.

Updated Oct 31, 2023

Biscayne National Park

Caution

National Park Service

Please use caution in park waters due to navigational markers that may be missing or moved due to unforeseen circumstances.

Updated Sep 7, 2022

Canaveral National Seashore

Information

National Park Service

The seashore is currently operating on the hours of 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM. Last entry into the seashore is at 7:00 pm.

Updated Apr 2, 2026

Canaveral National Seashore

Information

National Park Service

Digital passes or credit/debit cards are the ONLY method of payment at all fee collection areas. Pre-paid digital passes are available online and may be purchased in advance.

Updated Mar 17, 2025

Canaveral National Seashore

Caution

National Park Service

Remember that rough surf is dangerous & rip currents can be deadly. Please use caution when swimming at Canaveral National Seashore.

Updated Nov 18, 2024Official notice ↗

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

Information

National Park Service

Fee Stations are only accepting credit cards for the purchase of entry tickets and passes.

Updated Feb 28, 2022

De Soto National Memorial

Information

National Park Service

Due to damage from the 2024 Hurricanes. The Park's visitor centers and restrooms are closed due to health and safety issues. The Park has installed portable restrooms located at the front of the park for visitor use.

Updated Dec 10, 2025

Dry Tortugas National Park

Information

National Park Service

Like elsewhere in the Florida Keys, we have seen an increase in Cuban migrants arriving by boat from Cuba and landing on the islands of Dry Tortugas National Park. You may observe migrant landings at the park and visitor areas may be impacted.

Updated Sep 24, 2024

Dry Tortugas National Park

Caution

National Park Service

Vessel operators - the Garden Key Harbor Light is undergoing repairs and is extinguished. At this time it is unknown when the light will again be illuminated.

Updated Aug 17, 2017

Everglades National Park

Information

National Park Service

Digital passes or credit/debit cards are the ONLY method of payment at all fee collection areas. Pre-paid digital passes are available online and may be purchased in advance.

Updated May 28, 2026Official notice ↗

Everglades National Park

Caution

National Park Service

Current roadwork is ongoing along the park's northern boundary on US Highway 41/Tamiami Trail to raise the road for Everglades Restoration benefits. Drivers may experience up to 15-minute delays and should watch for personnel, equipment and slow downs.

Updated May 28, 2026

Fort Matanzas National Monument

Information

National Park Service

Fort Matanzas may only be accessed by our free ferry service. The boats operate Thursday through Monday; we do not operate the ferry on Tuesdays or Wednesdays. For more information about tickets and times, please visit the "Plan Your Visit" tab.

Updated Apr 12, 2025

Gulf Islands National Seashore

Caution

National Park Service

Severe weather conditions are possible in Florida and Mississippi with Tropical Storm Bertha. The following areas will remain closed until further notice. Fort Pickens Area and campground are still closed.

Updated Jul 24, 2026

Gulf Islands National Seashore

Caution

National Park Service

Phase II of the Davis Bayou Bicycle and Pedestrian Path is in process. Visitors may encounter minor traffic delays and flaggers on Eagle Point and Park Road.

Updated Jun 4, 2026Official notice ↗

Gulf Islands National Seashore

Information

National Park Service

Fort Barrancas is open 9 am–4 pm Wednesday through Sunday. To access Fort Barrancas, visitors will need to enter the Naval Air station Pensacola through the west gate.

Updated May 29, 2026Official notice ↗

Gulf Islands National Seashore

Information

National Park Service

Dogs and pets are not allowed on any of the beaches in Gulf Islands National Seashore. Visit the pet rules page for information.

Updated Mar 23, 2022Official notice ↗

Gulf Islands National Seashore

Caution

National Park Service

Review rip current status prior to visiting the park.

Updated Feb 28, 2022Official notice ↗

Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve

Caution

National Park Service

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Northeast Florida from July 22-29th with a heat index value ranging 105-110 degrees F. Please adjust your plans accordingly and ensure you stay hydrated during your visit.

Updated Jul 22, 2026Official notice ↗

← All states · Sources: California State Parks & the National Park Service. Conditions change; always confirm before traveling.

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