Interesting history here. I can't go somewhere without checking out some of the sites. There's not…read morea ton of things to do in Daytona but when I saw 'Lighthouse Park', I knew we had to go. One of the workers in the gift shop gave us an intro when we bought our tickets. You should definitely start across the street at the hotel/museum. That hotel/house has history all its own aside from the lighthouse. The family that lived there and ran it. I loved the house and it seems to have stayed in great condition after hundreds of years. In the hotel/house, you start with a short movie in the side room and then you can tour the house at your leisure. The house has multiple items displayed from over the years. There are also boards with a bit of history as you make your way through. Outside of the hotel/house is a relaxing area by the water. You could relax there or it'd be a perfect place for a wedding or special occasion. Once finished there, you can make your way back across the street to the lighthouse. On the lighthouse side, there are other buildings where people that took care of the place stayed. There's also a small storybook trail. It's not long at all but it has these storyboards around it talking about this cat named Nelly. That's all fun and stuff... but at the end of the trail, you see a little cat graveyard with cats that have been on the property over the years. When we walked up and I noticed Nelly was already buried! THE HORRRRRRRRRRORRRRRRR! On to the lighthouse; You can climb up to the top of the lighthouse. I think there is a sign that mentions 222 steps or something. It gets very steep near the top. Great exercise and it made me forget all about the cat graveyard. It's a cool place. I was intrigued by the Cincinnati Reds connection too. Other notables: Across the street is a restaurant and ice cream place. I don't think those two spots are related to the lighthouse itself but it's nice that they're there. We tried out both and they weren't bad at all. We didn't venture further down the road but we were told more restaurants/locations are further down. If you like history or inlets or just lighthouses, check out this place if you're in the area.

I visited the beach here one afternoon. It costs $10 to get in, so come prepared for that…read more There are bathroom facilities and outdoor showers, which I appreciate, though the bathrooms are pretty gnarly, so I'd avoid those if you can help it. The beach itself was pretty small, and it was crowded. The water wasn't too rough. There were a lot of kids and families, so clearly a good place for the kids to swim. My favorite part were all of the dogs. There were so many puppers on the beach! Overall, I'll give it a 3. It was fine, but I wouldn't go out of my way to go here for a beach day.

This is an absolutely great place to launch a kayak from. Easy access to spruce creek--a beautiful…read morepaddle with a view of a lot of interesting houses. We always see a huge alligator when we're out. There are also mountain bike, hiking, and equestrian trails. Last time I was there, they had taken away all the port a potties, so there was no where in the whole park to go.

Nice nature reserve and park. Has trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Disc golf course…read moreand fenced dog park. Picnic pavilion and port a potty.

This place was amazing!! A true hidden gem, no reservation required, large spring area, a cute…read morelittle breakfast/sandwhich restaurant. The water was cold and it felt amazing! You should pack as you would for a beach day, a few snacks, some chairs, a pool noodle and couple towels. Get ready to lounge for the day in between refreshing spring waters and shady areas to chill out.

Decided to check out Deleon springs, it wasn't too busy for a Friday thankfully we got a spot close…read moreto the spring which was nice, your allowed to bring a small pop up tent or a small umbrella. They have a gift shop and bathrooms very close to the spring and on the opposite side is the pancake house and gril where you can order from a window for take away small bites and drinks, only alcohol sells inside the restaurant, The inside of the pancake house was so hot, I felt for the employees!!! as much as we wanted to experience cooking your own pancakes it was too hot that day. The spring was a nice experience but this one was to small for me. Great for families and a close drive from Orlando.

Stopped by with my family and used their picnic area to eat our fast food and enjoy the view. It…read morewas nice to see kids enjoying the playground while other families loaded and unloaded their boats near the river/lake. The waterfront view was beautiful.

A park with…read moreviews Riverfront Veterans Memorial Park is a nice park with a cool playground, picnic areas, benches and pavilions. Not a whole lot of space for hiking but with views that are stunning. The best part of the park are the fishing pier and boardwalk. Allows for great views of the intra coastal waterway, boat traffic and huge aquatic birds that inhabit the area. There are manatees that frequent the waterway but actually seeing one of these gentle critters relies more on luck than anything else. A lovely little park with great views of the water and of Daytona Beach looming in the distance and even a plaque honoring veterans. A very convenient and nice place to launch a small boat or just stop and spend some time admiring the water.

All my friends from out of town want to know more about Ormond Beach with every visit and a few…read moredream about moving to the area. There's lots to love here besides a beautiful beach - it epitomizes affordable coastal living at its finest while promoting an active yet serene lifestyle. For those of you who like to follow the "Atlas Obscura" there are a few things to checkout in and around Ormond Beach. "The Dummett Sugar Mill Ruins" and the "Ormond Beach Watchtower"...

Ormond Beach is just north of Daytona Beach and is overall a nice community. Ormond Beach is a…read moregreat place to either call home or come for a visit. The whole area has long been a vacation destination and was a popular spot for a vacation since post Civil War northerners started vacationing here to escape the northern winters. It is also an area that many associate with auto racing. In fact, the Daytona Beach area has long been tagged the "Birthplace of Speed" as many early pioneering automobile enthusiasts would head towards its harpld-packed beaches as paved roads were not yet common. In fact, some of the early automobile races were held in the area and we can trace those automobile races back to 1902. Bike Week (and Biketoberfest) and spring break are also popular reasons to visit the area. Ormond Beach has a lot to offer for either residents or visitors. I would definitely recommend a visit to the "Birthplace of Speed."

Nice little park. Not a large parking lot. But easy to get to. Nice. Clean restroom facilities…read more Only complaint is poop on docks. You would think when they open the restrooms and park in morning they would have someone rinse them off.

This a nice park with lots of amenities with restrooms, boat ramps and a nice pavilion it's known…read moreas a fishing park and it seems to live up to its name with a numer of regulars that find this the best place in the area to wet a line. Also known as Crow's Bluff and was the site of the original ferry crossing between Deland and Eustis ca.1900. It also seems to be a very popular place for the locals to spend their lunch hour in the shade during the week.

This park features free parking, a beach access ramp, picnic tables, a public-use, charcoal grill,…read morea pet-waste clean-up station, restrooms, and a water fountain. We happened to pass by this spot as we were looking for beach access. We're so glad we did! The area was clean and peaceful. Please note, it is a very small picnic area.

Celebrated my Birthday at the Chill Bar in Flagler Beach and the rooftop views were incredible…read more Great little shops, bars and restaurants. Lots of friendly people and I can't to come back.

Nestled on Florida's unspoiled Atlantic Coast, Flagler Beach draws in visitors with its charming,…read morepeaceful atmosphere and retro style while offering six miles of pristine shoreline, ocean-view dining, eclectic shops, lush green parks, bountiful fishing spots, surfable waves, and free access to the beach. Take a walking tour of historic downtown Flagler Beach, check out the museum, or explore the scenic trails at the local nature preserves. This is one of my favorite cities with my favorite beach! Surf's Up!!!