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Cruising in West Volusia




West Volusia is conveniently located between Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach and Orlando. Forming the backbone of our region by roadway is the River of Lakes Heritage Corridor Scenic Highway, namely U.S. Highway 17/17-92 and adjoining byways and back roads.

Whether during our special events or a spontaneous weekend getaway, the West Volusia region provides some of the most breathtaking scenery in Central Florida.




So get your motor running, head out on our highways and explore West Volusia, a rich tapestry of natural beauty, rural and agricultural landscapes, historic sites and cultural attractions featuring food and fun all along the way!


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NORTHERN ROUTE

Northern Route

97 miles; 2 hours
Roadways: U.S. 17, CR 305, CR 304, U.S. 1, SR 5A, SR 40, SR 11
Communities: DeLand, DeLeon Springs, Barberville, Pierson, Seville, Cody’s Corner, DuPont, Favoretta, Ormond Beach
Major Attractions: Spring Garden Ranch, DeLeon Springs State Park, Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge, Pioneer Settlement for the Creative Arts, Volusia Speedway, Destination Daytona
Featured Eateries & Taverns: DeLand - MainStreet DeLand restaurants, OB’s, H2 Bar, Trader Jack’s; DeLeon Springs - Old Spanish Sugar Mill Restaurant (inside State Park); Ormond Beach - Iron Horse Saloon, Broken Spoke

Western Route

WESTERN ROUTE
77 miles; 1 hour, 50 min
Roadways: SR 44, SR 19, CR 445A, SR 40, CR 3, U.S. 17
Communities: DeLand, Eustis, Umatilla, Altoona, Astor Park, Barberville, DeLeon Springs
Major Attractions: Museum of Florida Art, Stetson University, DeLand House Museum, Skydive DeLand, Eustis Historical Society Museum
Featured Eateries & Taverns: DeLand - Trader Jack’s, OB’s, H2 Bar, MainStreet DeLand restaurants; Eustis - Eustis Main Street restaurants, King’s Taste Barbeque; Astor/Volusia - Steel Around Forest Tavern, Castaway’s Riverfront Bar & Grill, Blackwater Inn, Essex Seafood, Sterling’s; DeLeon Springs - Old Spanish Sugar Mill Restaurant (inside State Park)
Alternate Roadway Option: SR 42 through Paisley, featuring Pirate’s Pub


SOUTHERN ROUTE

Southern Route

52 miles; 1 hour, 20 min
Roadways: SR 44, CR 4118, SR 415, CR 5758, CR 4162*, U.S. 17
*Road construction underway. Check map inset for new bypass re-route in Enterprise via Main St. and DeBary Ave., scheduled to open in early 2010.
Communities: DeLand, Samsula, Osteen, Enterprise, Deltona, DeBary, Orange City
Major Attractions: Volusia County Fairgrounds, New Smyrna Speedway, Green Springs County Park, Gemini Springs County Park, DeBary Hall Historic Site
Featured Eateries & Taverns: DeLand - Crossroads Bar & Grill (at Howard Johnson); Samsula - Sopotnick’s Cabbage Patch; Osteen - Osteen Diner, Foxhead Lounge; DeBary - Swamp House Grill (at Highbanks Marina); Orange City - Dale’s Ales. Optional excursion to Deltona - Gwen’s Island Bar & Grill (Doyle Ave.), Critter’s Pub (Howland Blvd)



PLANNING YOUR STAY

Accommodations
A wide variety of accommodations can be found in West Volusia. We offer waterfront fish camps, charming B&Bs and flagship hotels, or enjoy the comforts of your own RV.
Accessibility
We are conveniently located between Orlando and Daytona Beach along the Interstate 4 corridor. From Interstate 95, take Interstate 4 westbound to exits 118 through 108. From Interstate 75, take Interstate 4 eastbound to exits 108 through 118.
Motorcycle Safety Information
www.flhsmv.gov/safetytips/Motorcycle.htm
Real Time Travel & Traffic Information
www.FL511.com or Dial 511
Motorcycle Service & Accessories
DeLand - Custom Iron, DeLand Motorsports, Pompano Pat’s, Rick’s Motorcycles, West End Cycle, Wino’s Custom Cycles
Orange City - Orange City Cycle
Annual DeLand Bike Rally
Downtown DeLand
Saturday before Daytona Bike Week in February
www.delandbikerally.com
Motorcycle Swap Meet & Auction
Volusia County Fairgrounds, DeLand
Each February & October
www.fastlanedaytona.com


About West Volusia
Nestled along the St. Johns River in Florida's lush interior, 15 diverse communities collectively form the West Volusia County region. Each with its own unique history, these communities are woven together by one common watery thread – the mighty St. Johns River. Our architecture, cultural and heritage sites, and natural attractions form a mesmerizing showcase of small town Florida, outdoor adventure and historical treasures.

The St. Johns River is Florida's longest river and one of only three in the United States that flows south to north. Designated as Florida’s only American Heritage River, the St. Johns was known as "Florida's First Highway," a vital part of the state's transportation system since the late 1800s, especially during the steamboat era. Today the river and its environs captivate visitors in search of outdoor adventure, natural beauty and true southern heritage.

Like many parts of Florida first populated by Native American Indians, West Volusia was once home to the Mayaca tribe. The birth of the steamboat in the early 1800s and the expansion of the railroad afterwards brought a new wave of residents to the area. Throughout the region, visitors can rediscover traces of these original inhabitants and subsequent pioneers and settlements through historical sites, museums, historic homes, archaeological ruins and much more, which offer a glimpse into the history and culture of the people and events that shaped the area.