Florida’ s Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail
Story & photos by GREG DREVENSTEDT
FAVORITE RIDE
With shady oaks dripping with Spanish moss, protected marshlands, and minimal traffic, the 32-mile Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail is a great escape from Daytona Bike Week.
Bike Week Escape
Florida’ s Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail
For many riders, especially those in northern states who must put away their bikes during winter, Daytona Bike Week kicks off the new riding season. Upwards of half a million motorcyclists come from far and wide to enjoy warm sun, sandy beaches, and the weeklong party in and around Daytona Beach.
For 10 days straight, major streets and hotel and restaurant parking lots are packed with motorcycles. Some are parked, some are cruising, many have loud pipes and even louder sound systems.
If you want to escape the Bike Week scene, or if you’ re in the area the other 355 days a year, there’ s a great ride just north of Daytona. It’ s only 32 miles long, but it packs a lot of scenery.
From the corner of Main Street and Atlantic Boulevard( State Route A1A / Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway), head north for 5 miles to the city of Ormond Beach, turn left on Granada Boulevard, take
the bridge over the Halifax River, and then immediately turn right on Beach Street. Pull into the parking lot at Bailey Riverbridge Gardens. Take a few minutes to enjoy the landscaped park built around a historic church and stroll out onto the pier to see boats on the river.
The junction of Granada Boulevard and Beach Street is the start of the Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail. The first 3 miles pass through a residential area, then the road plunges into a
View of the Halifax River from the Granada Boulevard Bridge near the start of the loop.
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