National Seashores
Ten National Seashores have been established on the Atlantic, Gulf and Pacific coasts; some are developed and some relatively primitive. Hunting is allowed at many of these sites.
Assateague Island National Seashore
The 37-mile barrier island includes wild horses and more than 300 species of birds.Canaveral National Seashore
24 miles of undeveloped barrier island preserve the natural beach, marsh, dune, and lagoon habitats for a variety of wildlife, including many species of birds.Cape Cod National Seashore
Stretching 40 miles from Chatham to Provincetown, it includes ocean beaches, woodlands, dunes, marshes, freshwater kettle ponds, and historic structures.Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Beaches, migratory waterfowl, and the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse are special features of the first national seashore.Cape Lookout National Seashore
Three undeveloped barrier islands extend 55 miles along the lower Outer Banks and feature beaches, dunes, historic Portsmouth Village, and Cape Lookout Lighthouse.Cumberland Island National Seashore
Preserves scenic, scientific, and historical values of largest and most southerly island off the coast of GA. Includes beaches and dunes, marshes, and freshwater lakes.Fire Island National Seashore
32-mile-long seashore includes beaches, dunes, the Fire Island Light, and the nearby estate of William Floyd, a signer of the Declaration of Independence.Gulf Islands National Seashore
Located in both Florida and Mississippi, the offshore islands feature beaches, historic forts, and nature trails.Padre Island National Seashore
The longest remaining undeveloped barrier island in the world provides food, water, and shelter for diverse wildlife.Point Reyes National Seashore
Peninsula near San Francisco is noted for its long beaches backed by tall cliffs, lagoons and esteros, forested ridges, and offshore bird and sea lion colonies.Click here to select another park by classification type, by name, by state, or by activity.
