Frank Rendon Park

Location: 2705 S. Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores (Approximately 2 miles north of Dunlawton Blvd.)

The park is named for the late Frank Rendon, a long-time community leader. In December 2003, the park celebrated the completion of a three-acre addition to the existing Frank Rendon Park. Amenities
Sheltered picnic areas, grills, children's playground with padded floor, disability-accessible restrooms, water fountain, outdoor showers, 141 off-street parking spaces, handicapped parking, wheelchair accessible wooden beach walkway, wooden observation deck, beach wheels.

Lighthouse Point Park

Open daily: 6 a.m.- 9 p.m.
Admission: $3.50 per vehicle

Lighthouse Point Park consists of 52 acres of pristine land on the north side of Ponce DeLeon Inlet in the Town of Ponce Inlet. The 52-acre park features fishing, nature trails, an observation deck and tower, swimming and picnicking. 5 miles south of Dunlawton Avenue on A1A, Ponce Inlet

For more information, call the Lighthouse Point Park office at (386) 756-7488.

 

 

Smyrna Dunes
Open daily: Sunrise to sunset
Admission: $3.50 per vehicle, $1 per person for vehicles with more than eight passengers.
Park Manager: (386) 424-2935.
Location: 2995 N. Peninsula Ave

Visitors to Smyrna Dunes Park may arrive by land or by sea. Perched on 250 acres of pristine land at the northern tip of the New Smyrna Beach peninsula, the area is surrounded by water on three sides. Waters from the Indian River flow through Ponce Inlet and into the Atlantic Ocean providing a variety of fishing or swimming venues for park goers.

The park also provides a unique opportunity for naturalists, ecologists, students and the general public to see a wide variety of animals, birds, reptiles, marine life and vegetation in their natural habitat. To protect the natural habitat, more than two miles of elevated boardwalks, picnic areas, pavilions and an observation tower have been erected on the 255 acres.

The park consists of five ecosystems (ocean, river, dunes, scrub zone, saltwater marsh). The principal system is vast sand dunes. To protect the sensitive sand dunes from foot traffic, two miles of elevated walkways, picnic areas, pavilions and an observation tower were built, allowing visitors to travel through the park in a natural environment.

Smyrna Dunes provides a unique opportunity for naturalists, ecologists, students and the general public to see a wide variety of animals, birds, reptiles, marine life and vegetation in their natural habitat. The surrounding waters provide excellent fishing, boating and swimming opportunities.

 

 

 

 

Sugar Mill Botanical Gardens
A botanical garden developed and maintained to provide an environment of nature's peace and tranquility

Location: 950 Old Sugar Mill Road, Port Orange, Fl 32119
For more information: (386) 767-1735

The gardens provide an inexpensive, wholesome family environment where you can stroll through trails, view the reconstructed sugar mill and statues of dinosaurs, watch butterflies and learn more about flora and fauna native to Florida.  

There is no admission fee to the gardens (donations are appreciated) and the gardens are open from dawn to dusk daily. The gift shop is open Wednesdays and Saturdays.   You may call the gift shop at (386) 767-1735. 

The reference library is open Wednesdays and Saturdays.  If you have any questions or would like more information on the gardens' collection, please contact the librarian, George Fowler.

TOMOKA STATE PARK

Located near the confluence of the Tomoka and Halifax rivers, Tomoka State Park offers scenic oaks and camping where early native Americans once lived off the fish-filled lagoons. Camping, canoeing, fishing, boating, picnicking and nature trails are available. Swimming is not permitted in the rivers within this park. A museum and visitor center houses exhibits on natural and cultural history and various works by artist Fred Dana Marsh. Pet Friendly Park

For more information contact: Tomoka State Park
2099 North Beach Street
Ormond Beach, Florida 32174
(386) 676-4050

 

 

Bulow Creek State Park

2099 North Beach Street
Ormond Beach, Florida 32174
Phone: 386–676–4050

This park protects one of the largest remaining stands of southern live oak forest along Florida´s east coast. The reigning tree is the Fairchild Oak, one of the largest live oak trees in the south. For more than 800 years it has been a silent witness to human activities along Bulow Creek, including the destruction of the neighboring Bulow Plantation during the Second Seminole War in 1836. Several trails allow hikers to explore the interior of the park, where visitors can see white–tailed deer, barred owls, and raccoons. The Bulow Woods Trail, nearly seven miles long, takes hikers to Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park. Visitors can picnic in a shady pavilion or at a table on the lawn within view of the Fairchild Oak. Located five miles north of Ormond Beach on Old Dixie Highway (County Road 4011).

Hours of Operation: Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Canaveral National Seashore
is on a barrier island which includes ocean, beach, dune, hammock, lagoon, salt marsh, and pine flatland habitats.

The barrier island and adjacent waterways offer a blend of plant and animal life. Records show that 1,045 species of plants and 310 species of birds can be found in the park.

Endangered species include, but are not limited to, loggerhead, green and leatherback sea turtles, West Indian Manatee, Southern bald eagle, wood stork, peregrine falcon, eastern indigo snake, and Florida scrub jay.

The park has two districts and the Seminole Rest Site. The North District is in Volusia County, near New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Seminole Rest is also located in Volusia County in Oak Hill, Florida. The South District, in Brevard County is near Titusville, Florida.

Visitors may enjoy walking the nature and historical trails during the cool winter months. Throughout the year opportunity for recreational activities include; lagoon and surf fishing, boating, canoeing, surfing, sunbathing, swimming, hiking, and backcountry camping.

Canaveral National Seashore Information Center - 7611 South Atlantic Avenue
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169
Phone
Headquarters: 321-267-1110
Playalinda Visitor Information: 321-867-4077
Visitor Information Recorded Message
321-867-0677
Apollo Visitor Information: 386-428-3384 Ext. 10

 

 

North Peninsula State Recreation Area

More than two miles of beautiful, unspoiled Atlantic beaches beckon visitors to this park. Across State Road A1A, this Florida haven shelters rare creatures such as Florida scrub-jays, indigo snakes, and gopher tortoises. Visitors can spend the afternoon swimming, sunning at the beach, or surf fishing. Bird-watchers will enjoy spotting the native and migratory species seen in this park. Located on State Road A1A four miles south of Flagler Beach.
Hours of Operation: Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
40 Highbridge Road
Ormond by the Sea, Florida 32176
Phone: (386) 517-2086
Park Fees: Please call the Park for information at (386) 517-2086.

 

The Sugar Mill Ruins, once a highly functional sugar mill, were built during the uprisings of the Native Americans in the early 19th century. This 17 acre historic site contains the ruins of a the highly functional sugar mill, as well as other buildings, which were destroyed during the war between the Seminole Indians and the United States. The Sugar Mill Ruins evoke a time long ago when the Seminole Indians fought the settlers, ending the area's molasses and sugar industries. Sugar Mill Ruins, 1050 Old Mission Road, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168. Phone: 386-427-2284