Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail — Attraction in Ormond Beach

A REMINDER from BEFORE lockdown! The great part about having spent 40+ years serving and driving tour groups is the secret tours few know about. The Ormond Beach Historical Society is at the foot of the Granada Bridge. By special request groups can take the scenic loop and 👣 trail tour. Was a trolley tour many years ago. Not any more. Tourists come to Daytona and never really see the great beauty of Ormond. Or learn about it's rich culture. You can get a map and drive it yourself. Some secret fishing and crabbing spots on the loop. And I mean lot's of blue 🦀 crabs. Afterwards check out Hulls Seafood Restaurant or if you like HUGE Burritos, try Moe’s on...

We drove the Ormond Scenic Loop Trail just to take in the sights, but honestly, it wasn’t much different from the rest of the Florida scenery. Considering we went out of our way to see it, it felt a bit underwhelming.

That said, if you're looking for a peaceful spot to bike, jog, or get outdoors away from the city, this would be a nice option. Probably better experienced on foot or by bike rather than just...

Wonderful mid-morning drive. CAUTION - there’s a part that was flooded when we went through, but it’s still passable and we had a rental so f😃ck it. The highlight of the day is the 2000 y.o. Oak Tree. We hung out there and felt it’s long history through its bark. The trail near it was full of snakes so, not so great. But all together magnificent way to...