Highlights of Ormond Beach
Ormond Beach
Since daredevil auto racers gathered on the hard-packed white sand beach during the early-1900s, attempting to set land speed records, Ormond Beach has been known as the "birthplace of speed". Today, it is far more peaceful, being a great spot for lounging under the Floridian sun, playing volleyball and surfing.
Andy Romano Beachfront Park
This four-acre public park fronting the Atlantic Ocean features free parking, restrooms, picnic areas, a splash pad for the kiddies, a playground, and a traffic-free section of beachfront.
The Loop
This 30 ml. plus scenic road trail winds along the ocean, through forests, over marshes and across creeks and rivers. Expect to see wildlife along the way, and leave time to stop at the parks and historic sites it passes.
Tomoka State Park
This 1,800-acre State Park offers visitors an array of recreational activities, including hiking, canoeing, boating and fishing, with access to the Halifax and Tomoka Rivers, Strickland Creek, and the Intracoastal Waterway. Look out for the amazing wildlife here, which includes alligators, bobcats and tortoises.
The Casements
Located on the shores of the Halifax River at the east end of the Granada Bridge, The Casements is the former winter mansion of oil magnate John D. Rockefeller, Sr. The estate, recognized as a Florida Heritage Site, received its name from the large casement windows that adorn the home.
