Volusia County’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Division has cleaned up and reopened three major recreational assets: Lake Beresford Park in DeLand, Green Springs Park in Enterprise, and the Robert Strickland Shooting Range in Daytona Beach. Three pathways in southern Volusia County have also reopened.
Coastal Parks Reopen
All coastal parks have reopened; however, the jetty at Lighthouse Point Park is inaccessible.
Most Inland Parks Reopen, Some Boat Ramps Remain Closed
All county-maintained boat ramps remain closed. DeBary Hall Historic Site also remains closed.
The following parks and facilities have reopened:
- Barkley Square Dog Park, DeLand
- Beck Ranch Park, Osteen
- Candace R. Strawn/Lake Dias Park, DeLeon Springs
- Chuck Lennon Park, DeLeon Springs
- Cypress Lake Park, DeLand
- Ed Stone Park, DeLand (boat ramp is closed)
- Glencoe Park, New Smyrna Beach
- Green Springs Park, Enterprise
- Hester Park, DeLeon Springs
- Highbridge Park, Ormond Beach
- Hope Place Play Yard, Daytona Beach
- James Ormond Tomb Park, Ormond Beach
- Lake Beresford Park, DeLand
- Lake George Park, Pierson
- Michael Crotty Bicentennial Park, Ormond Beach
- Osteen Civic Center, Osteen
- PFC Emory L. Bennett Park, Orange City
- Rachel Robinson Play Yard, Daytona Beach
- River Breeze Park, Oak Hill (boat ramp is closed)
- Robert Strickland Shooting Range, Daytona Beach
- Seabridge Riverfront Park, Ormond Beach
- Seville Village Park, Seville
- Spring Hill Park, DeLand
- Spruce Creek Park, Port Orange
- Sylvester Bruten Park, DeLand
Several County Trails Reopen
Most county trails remain closed, but the following have reopened:
- Ariel Pathway
- Beck Ranch Pathway
- Blue Spring Pathway
- Daytona/Holly Hill Pathway
- DeBary Mansion Pathway
- DeBary Pathway
- DeLeon Springs Pathway
- Edgewater Pathway
- Garfield Pathway
- Green Springs Pathway
- Lake Beresford Loop Trail
- Lake Beresford Pathway
- Maytown Pathway
- Ormond Pathway
- Osteen Pathway
- North Peninsula Pathway
- Port Orange Pathway
- Rob Sullivan Pathway
Several Fishing Docks Reopen
The following fishing docks have reopened:
- Riv-Ocean Fishing Dock, Ormond Beach
- Roberta Drive Fishing Dock, Ormond Beach
- San Jose Fishing Dock, Ormond Beach
Most Preserves and Conservation Lands Reopen
All preserves and conservation lands are open except for these areas:
- Longleaf Pine Preserve, New Smyrna Beach and DeLand
- Gemini Springs Conservation Area, DeBary
- Doris Leeper Spruce Creek Preserve, Port Orange
Highbridge and Main Street Bridges Reopen to Boat Traffic
Volusia County has reopened the Highbridge and Main Street Intracoastal Waterway low-rise drawbridges to boat traffic following recent inspections. Bridge operations were temporarily suspended due to Hurricane Milton, but both bridges have now been cleared for safe operation. Mariners can resume normal operations through these waterways.
Daytona Beach International Airport Reopens
Daytona Beach International Airport has reopened for commercial flights after Hurricane Milton. The airport did not sustain substantial damage. Passengers should check with their airlines for updates to flight schedules.
Hazardous Beach Conditions Persist after Hurricane Milton
The coastline remains a safety threat to Volusia County’s residents and visitors. Right now, the ocean is plagued with debris that can cause serious harm. The waves and currents can pull under the strongest of swimmers. Volusia County’s Coastal Division has not had the opportunity to start removing debris from the beaches due to the elevated tide levels. If you choose to walk on the beach at this time, wear shoes to prevent foot injuries.
Residents and visitors should not cross barricades, fences, or gates for closed areas. Some coastal structures, such as vehicular accesses and walkways, have been seriously compromised by the impacts of Hurricane Milton. The Coastal Division is working tirelessly to examine the structures’ integrity and close unsafe beach accesses. Even though a structure may exhibit no visual signs of damage, there may be foundational or other underlying problems that may lead to a collapse.