Ponce Inlet's Park

The ambiance here is full of old world charm. It is a quiet area, very laid back, reminiscent of days gone by. Out on the jetty things get a bit more wild, as the waves crash against the rocks and spray seawater on the fishermen and sightseers. You will truly enjoy this delightful seaside attraction.

park grounds		comment Ratings This is a must see, fun-to-do Ocean side park. Throw in the historic lighthouse just to top it off. We come back, year after year. ★★★★★
cleanliness		comment Ratings Lighthouse Point Park is a clean, and well maintained by the Volusia County Park System. It is a busy place, so you will always have a few problems, but not many.★★★★
parking		comment Ratings The only problem with parking is the fee. ★★★★
restrooms		comment Ratings Hey, this is your typical beach park restroom situation. ★★★
dining/drinks		comment Ratings You will find a couple of nice waterside restaurants at the south end of the park, near the lighthouse. Great waterfront restaurants with a nice view of the pass. ★★★★
kid friendly		comment Ratings A great kid place, with the jetty, lighthouse, and beach to explore. Your children will love the beach, waves, and the water. ★★★★★
dog friendly		comment Ratings It is our understanding that dogs are allowed around the area and at all Volusia County Parks, but they must be leashed at all times and follow county rules. Please check ahead for details and specifics for pets. ★★★
traffic/access		comment Ratings Heading down South Atlantic Avenue, you will find that automobile traffic is not usually an issue, perhaps in season and weekends. ★★★★

Activities

Besides a tour of the lighthouse, guests also enjoy beach and fishing activities. Take a walk along the coastline, soak up the sun, swim in the ocean, or fish from the pier. Whatever you do, you will create happy memories at this Ponce Inlet beach park.

biking		comment Ratings Yes, you certainly can bike all around the back roads of Ponce Inlet, Wilber-by-the-Sea, and even further north into Daytona Beach Shores, and return to the park. A nice bicycle ride, with beautiful real estate to checkout along the way. ★★★★
boating		comment Ratings A super boating spot, as you can explore the Atlantic Ocean and the Intercoastal Waterways. Around the peninsula tip and along the Halifax River there are marinas, boater friendly restaurants you can dock up to, and charter fishing boats. ★★★★★
boat ramps		comment Ratings Ponce Inlet Park has a nice boat ramp, at the southern tip of the peninsula. The boat ramp is located right at the base of the lighthouse. ★★★★
camping		comment Ratings No camping, but this top rated beach park has everything else, we really enjoy a day at Ponce Inlet's Lighthouse Point Park.
fishing		comment Ratings Off the jetty pier, shoreline, or boat: all of your fishing options are here at Ponce Inlet Park. ★★★★★
hiking/walking		comment Ratings Great walking and hiking around the entire park or up South Atlantic Avenue. Of course, a nice long walk down the beach is the best! ★★★★★
nature trails		comment Ratings Ponce Inlet Park has some nice nature trails, plus along the rocks, and up the observation deck. The the best nature trail is the Atlantic Ocean shoreline! ★★★★
picnicing		comment Ratings Yes, this park has great picnicking along Ponce Inlet, with great views of Smyrna Dunes Park. Call ahead to rent a picnic pavilion. ★★★★
playgrounds		comment Ratings They have playground area just south of the base of the lighthouse. But the beach and the atlantic ocean water are the best playgrounds here.★★★★
swimming		comment Ratings Ponce Inlet has wonderful beaches for top notch swimming, surfing, and water play. ★★★★★
tennis		comment Ratings Volusia county provides public tennis courts at various parks in the area, including: - Bicentennial Park - Chuck Lennon Park - Hester Park - Mariner's Cove Park - Mary DeWees Park - Mary McLeod Bethune Beach Park
volleyball		comment Ratings Bring your volleyball and net, and hit around on the beach. Also, Volusia County provides public tennis courts at various parks in the area, including: - Bicentennial Park - Ormond Tomb Park - Lake Monroe Park - Lake Colby/Royal Park
water recreation		comment Ratings A great place for water play fun, between the wonderful beaches, surfing, kayaking, boating, and fishing. ★★★★★

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