Media Contact: Lori Campbell BakerDaytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau

386.255.0415, ext. 125

FOR RELEASEHike, Bike, Paddle and More:

5 fun ways to experience Daytona Beach trails

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (October 26, 2015) – The weather has turned perfect for enjoying Daytona Beach trails. Either on the water or off, the area’s lush botanical diversity reveals natural and archeological treasures. From showcase hiking and biking trails to paddle trails along important historic sites, an array of eco-adventures awaits!

1.) Tomoka State Park Paddling TrailA state-designated Florida paddling trail, this scenic 13-mile trail features a narrow canopied waterway upstream of Riverbend Nature Park, a 2.9 acre park with large shade trees, a beautiful fishing pier and outdoor grills. It expands into a wide, coastal marsh-lined river near an important archeological site – Tomoka State Park, once a Timucuan Indian village.

2.) Did you hear that "shreep"?Lyonia Preserve, known for its ultra-friendly scrub jay population, provides a range of trails, some hilly, from .4 to 2.4 miles.

3.) Breezy TrailsNot wanting to bother with maps and where to put in? The easiest – and breeziest -- trail to experience is the Atlantic coastline of Daytona Beach. Hard-packed white sand makes it ideal for biking and walking. Looking to increase your mph? Check out these showcase multi-use trails: Spring to Spring and East Central Regional Rail Trail.

4.) Hiking with horses?The Doris Leeper Spruce Creek Preserve (which has 5 entrance points) affords a variety of trail experiences, including equestrian. Check out these detailed maps of Doris Leeper Spruce Creek Preserve and East Volusia County bicycling routes .

5.) The LoopBicyclists have long loved The Loop, a canopied 34-mile long, two-lane road within the Tomoka River Basin area. Untouched, natural beauty enhances the experience. For detailed bicycling routes in West Volusia County, you can also check out Volusia County Bicycling Map for the ExperiencedCyclist.

To include Daytona Beach trails and outdoor experiences in your next visit, learn more at www.DaytonaBeach.com/outdoors.

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Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau126 East Orange Avenue Daytona Beach, Florida 32114

386.255.0415 800.544.0415www.DaytonaBeach.com