Florida's
East Coast Beaches: The Space Coast
Daytona
Beach - known as the "World’s Most Famous Beach"
Located on Florida's Central East Coast, just 53 miles from Orlando,
it stretches 23 miles along the Atlantic. Well known for being the home
of the Daytona 500 NASCAR race, spring break, and BikeWeek, Daytona
is popular with young people and families alike. The gentle slope and
tides have packed the white sands near the ocean which allows for driving
of cars as well as the rental of many different types of beach bikes
and buggies.
Of the 23 miles of beach, 16
miles allow driving and parking during the day and when the tide permits.
Simply pack a lawn chair or blanket and cruise over to Daytona, park
within feet of the water and deploy your lawn chair, sandals and suntan
lotion - all while declaring this a sun and surf lovers paradise. On
the flip side, if you are a nature lover or prefer a more "serene" retreat
you will have to look a little further. Whether you’re cruising the
boardwalk, hanging out on the pier or just kicking back with your favorite
book, Daytona Beach is fun.
The Daytona Beach area is only
an hour's drive from greater Orlando and even closer to St. Augustine
and the Kennedy Space Center.
Directions to Daytona : From
Orlando, take Interstate 4 East to Daytona
Ormond
Beach - lots of options, nice beaches.
Visiting Ormond Beach can be one of your most rewarding vacations. Ormond
Beach is located on the northern end of the greater Daytona Beach Resort
Area in Northeast Central Florida. This area is known for it's famous
drive-on beach, one of the few available in the world. Ormond Beach's
nickname, the "Birthplace of Speed" comes from the turn of the century
speed records set here on the beach. Today, millions of visitors come
each year to witness automobile racing at nearby Daytona International
Speedway.
Ormond Beach has areas to suit
every need. Some of the beach areas permit driving, however the northern
areas do not. All offer breathtaking beauty and water related fun! It's
easy to see why our beaches are considered among the best in the world.
Whether your day at the beach is to relax and read a book; cast a line
into the surf; build sand castles with the children; or cruise along
the shoreline with the top down, Volusia County beaches can accommodate
your desired experience.
New Smyrna
Beach - South of Daytona - nice beaches
Location: New Smyrna Beach is located on Florida's east coast, just
north of Cape Canaveral. Off 1-95, exit 84A. Directions: East off I-95,
Exits: Southbound 84A; Northbound 84.
New Smyrna Beach boasts over
13 miles of beautiful white sandy beach. Wide and flat with vehicle
access like Daytona but much less crowded than its northern neighbor,
(75 minute drive from Orlando) New Smyrna begins at Ponce Inlet and
continues on to Canaveral National Seashore and Apollo Beach."The World's
Safest Bathing Beach" is great entertainment in a clean, peaceful setting
(sunbathing, swimming, surfing, jet skiing,wind surfing, fishing, shell
collecting).
Located at the mouth of the Ponce de Leon Inlet, New Smyrna Beach serves
as the gateway to the historic and picturesque Indian River Intracoastal
Waterway and 13 miles of Atlantic Coast beach.
Rich in history and sunshine,
New Smyrna Beach is often referred to as "Florida’s Original Theme Park."
Bound at the southside of the island by the pristine 57,000-acre Canaveral
National Seashore park and at the north end by Smyrna Dunes Park, with
its 1.5 mile boardwalk loop around the Inlet area, nature comes alive
here. Watersports abound, with some of the best surfing in the area
and fishing that is absolutely first-class. Palm trees border Flagler
Avenue, a true seaside beach street lined with quaint boutiques, surf
shops and restaurants. Historic Canal Street in downtown New Smyrna
Beach has enjoyed a renewed emphasis on its old town charm.
Cocoa
Beach - closest beach to Orlando!
Location: Just 60 miles from Orlando on the Beeline Expressway! Come
it's an easy drive! Simply drive east from Orlando (or the Orlando International
Airport) on the BeeLine (SR 528) Expressway. Cocoa beach is just south
of Port Canaveral which the Disney Cruise Line's Magic and the Wonder
call home port.
Cocoa Beach is just an hour from
Orlando so it is very popular with tourists and residents alike. The
beaches are not "serene" but offer a wide variety of fun with wide sands,
gently sloping beaches and moderate but fun surfing and swimming waves.
There are quite a few parks on the beach which offer direct access to
the ocean. Most are from 2 acres to 40 acres in size and some offer
picnic pavilions, surf fishing, nature trails, playgrounds and surfing
or swimming. Many resorts, hotels, and restaurants adjoin the parks.
One major highlight of Cocoa
Beach is the pier which stretches 840 feet over the Atlantic Ocean and
is open year-round. Food and beverages are readily available, with four
restaurants, souvenir shops and frequent live entertainment. From an
outdoor cafe table, guests can dine and see for miles down the beach
making this a great spot to view a space shuttle launch and enjoy the
ocean and sunshine.
Fishing equipment can be rented
nearby for the angler in the family. Dress is casual since most patrons
are beachgoers still in their bathing suits. The Cocoa Beach Pier is
located on the North end of Cocoa Beach off A-1-A at Meade Avenue.
Lori Wilson Park
at Cocoa Beach - Located at 1500 N. Atlantic Ave.
This 32 acre oceanfront park
is operated by Brevard County and has seasonal lifeguards. Facilities
include restrooms, three pavilions along a 1,000' boardwalk, six dune
crossovers, maritime hammock, volleyball court, a playground, barbecue
grills, and a 274-space parking lot located on both the north and south
sides of the park. Parking is $1 for cars, $10 for buses. Please call
(321) 455-1380
Melbourne Beach - beaches, parks
While most of Melbourne is located on the Florida mainland, a small
portion is located on a barrier island. The Indian River Lagoon separates
the island from the mainland. The area is the perfect side trip for
the Orlando vacationer with beach dreams.
Bonsteel Park 8455 Highway A1A,
Melbourne Beach is popular for surfing and shoreline fishing, this peaceful
2.34-acre community beach park is located 15-miles south of U.S. Hwy
192. Preserving the natural environment, facilities at this quiet south
beach include a stabilized parking area and dune crossover.
Coconut Point Park 3535 Highway
A1A, Melbourne Beach Located 5.5 miles south of U.S. Hwy 192, this 36.9-acre
community beach park and sea turtle nesting site preserves the natural
environment. Popular for surfing, beachcombing and fishing, the park
amenities include a small pavilion, restrooms, and an outside shower.
One of the 2 dune crossovers is wheelchair accessible.
Spessard Holland
North Beach Park
On the beach 8 miles south of
US Hwy 192, this 4.53 acre community beach park is a popular fishing
site and recreation area.
Spessard
Holland South Beach Park
Across from Spessard Holland Golf Course & 3.5 miles south of U.S.
Hwy. 192, this 6.5 acre community beach park with seasonal lifeguards
is a popular family park with a 150' boardwalk. Many a memorable vacation
has taken place on a stretch of sand not unlike Spessard Holland Park.
Vero Beach
In addition to its beaches and waters for swimming, scuba diving, boating,
fishing, and other water sports, Indian River County's parks offer countless
opportunities for recreation and enjoying the out of doors. Eighteen
golf courses allow for all levels of play, and tennis facilities are
widely available.
Add Holman Stadium, the 6,500
seat Spring Training home of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Disney's Vero
Beach Resort (where the Magic of Disney meets the Beauty of the Beach),
and a host of museums, theatres, restaurants, night spots, and shopping
areas and you have the makings of a great vacation.
No Florida vacation is complete
without a trip to the beach, and no other beachfront resort can deliver
the Disney-inspired family fun that you'll find at Disney's Vero Beach
Resort. Don't be fooled by all the fun and sun, this is one beautiful
Disney property and is directly ON Vero Beach.
Nestled on a sun-drenched beach
midway between Cape Canaveral and West Palm Beach, discover Disney hospitality
with a splash of oceanfront fun on Florida's famed Atlantic coast. Let
your kids slip down Pirate's Plunge, a 163-foot spiral water slide,
or splash with them on the Pirate Ship wet-deck. There are no limits
to the recreational opportunites and fun days. Swim in the Atlantic,
play mini-golf, rent a hobie cat, roast a marshmallow at a seaside campfire,
massages, 7 mile bike trail, the nearby golf courses! I should mention
that this is one of my favorite Disney Resorts and one of Floridas best
beaches (quiet) Disney's Vero Beach Resort. The Disney folks will pamper
you at this wonderful beach resort. Just a 2 hour drive from Orlando
and relatively serene and quiet the setting is magical and the service
is legendary.
Jayce Park
Ocean Drive (north), Vero Beach: 8.3 acres, ocean beach, lifeguard,
boardwalk, dressing and shower facilities, playgrounds, large picnic
area, Bethel Creek House. 561-231-0578.
Round Island Park
5 miles south of Vero Beach on A1A: ocean beach, lifeguard, boardwalk,
dressing and shower facilities, playground, picnic area, dune crossover
for catamarans. 561-234-8375.
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