Ormond Beach, FL area

When in the Daytona / Ormand Beach area take a day and just play tourist with no real stops to take a lot of time.  First head down Rte A1A and visit the lighthouse at Ponce Island.  If you want you can do the tourist thing here.  But while at Ponce inlet stretch your legs and visit the veteran’s memorial in the park adjacent to the light house.  You will then see a large pirate across the street at Hidden Treasure Rum Bar & Grill. 

This is a great photo opportunity.  Further down the road you will see Salty Dog Beach Treats and try the ice cream.  Next drive north on A1A and enjoy the architecture once you get to Flagler Beach you will see an old World War II watch tower.  

Now head over the W. Granada Blvd bridge to the main land and take a left.  Pay attention to the antique cars at Aloha Realty.

 
Once you get to Holly Hill you will see a little gnome village on the left side of the road.  

You can continue down S. Beach Street to Riviera Park and take a stroll or just U-turn so you can head towards Tomoka State Park.  Take this trip slowly and you will find the Dummitt Plantation Mill Ruins on the right hand side of the road. 

 

 This is a difficult find because the canopy of trees over the road really focuses your attention.  Spend some time exploring the park and then return home to watch the sunset!