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Smyrna Dunes Park

Here is another one of our beautiful nature preserves – the Smyrna Dunes Park. Whether you are visiting, have just relocated, or are a resident, this park on the tip of the New Smyrna Beach peninsula offers many different options. 

You can arrive at the Dunes Park by land or by sea. It is spread over 73 acres of pristine land and is surrounded by water on three sides. Waters from the Indian River flow through Ponce Inlet and into the Atlantic Ocean providing a variety of fishing or swimming venues for you. The park also provides a unique opportunity for naturalists, ecologists, students, and the general public to see a wide variety of animals, birds, reptiles, marine life and vegetation in their natural habitat.

The park consists of five ecosystems (ocean, river, dunes, scrub zone, saltwater marsh). The principal system is vast sand dunes. To protect the sensitive sand dunes from foot traffic, two miles of elevated walkways, picnic areas, pavilions and an observation tower were built, allowing visitors to travel through the park in a natural environment, while preserving the dunes.

Smyrna Dunes Park is one of a few county parks where you can bring your dog! However, pets must be leashed at all times.

Park features

•     Dune walkover (1.5 miles long)
•     Educational programs
•     Fishing  
•     Nature trails
•     Observation tower
•     Parking
•     Pavilions
•     Picnic tables
•     Restrooms
•     Swimming

Location: 2995 N. Peninsula Ave., New Smyrna Beach

Open daily: Sunrise to sunset

Admission: $10 per vehicle. Volusia County residents can purchase an annual inlet park pass for $20 <-totally worth it!

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