Bike Trails in West Volusia: Family-Friendly Guide
Paved rail-trails, scenic springs routes, connectors & nature rides—plus trailheads and maps
Explore a different side of Florida on West Volusia's bike-friendly paths. Many are paved and low-traffic, great for families, adaptive riders, and casual cyclists. The East Central Regional Rail Trail (ECRRT) and Spring-to-Spring Trail form the backbone of local riding and are part of the larger St. Johns River-to-Sea Loop (in progress). You'll find shaded stretches, river views, and plenty of trailheads with parking and restrooms.
Paved Unpaved MTB Facilities
| Paved, Family-Friendly Trails |
Green Springs Park — Enterprise
994 Enterprise Osteen Rd, Enterprise, FL 32725
Paved
Facilities
Ride ~2.5 miles one way or continue nearly 6 miles to Gemini Springs via the Spring-to-Spring corridor.
Lake Beresford Park — DeLand
2100 Fatio Rd, DeLand, FL 32720
Paved
Facilities
Lush scenery and lake views; go mornings/evenings to beat the heat and bugs. Suitable for all skill levels.
Blue Spring State Park Trail — Orange City
385 Magnolia Ave, Orange City, FL 32763
Paved
Facilities
Beginner-friendly, slow and winding; two-way interconnected paths. Summer insects can be intense, bring spray.
East Central Regional Rail Trail (ECRRT) — Osteen Trailhead
141–199 New Smyrna Blvd, Osteen, FL 32764
Paved
50+ miles of smooth riding through woods, wetlands, and open fields, ideal for short spins or bigger adventures.
Gemini Springs West Trailhead — DeBary
609 S Charles Richard Beall Blvd, DeBary, FL 32713
Paved
Facilities
~5-mile round-trip on a scenic paved path; extend beyond Gemini Springs for a longer ride.
Lake Monroe Park (Spring-to-Spring Trailhead) — DeBary
975 US-17/92, DeBary, FL 32713
Paved
Facilities
Major access with ample parking, restrooms, and a boat ramp; connects to shaded stretches toward Gemini Springs & Blue Spring.
DeBary Hall Historic Site (Spring-to-Spring Trailhead)
210 Sunrise Blvd, DeBary, FL 32713
Paved
Facilities
Signed trailhead with pavilion and facilities; easy rides toward Lake Monroe Park or Gemini Springs.
Grand Avenue / Glenwood (near DeLeon Springs)
Grand Ave at Minnesota Ave (area access), DeLand / DeLeon Springs
Paved
Northern Spring-to-Spring access toward DeLeon Springs State Park; quiet riding through live-oak canopy and rural scenery.
| Connectors & Trailhead Extras |
Beck Ranch Park Trailhead — Osteen
751 S SR-415, Osteen, FL 32764
Paved
Facilities
Parking/restrooms plus direct access to the ECRRT and the SR-415 path toward the St. Johns River bridge.
SR-415 Trail & St. Johns River Bridge Path
Access via Beck Ranch Park (751 S SR-415)
Paved
Family-friendly, separated path linking ECRRT over the river; useful connector toward Lake Monroe and future loop links.
Audubon Park — Deltona (ECRRT Add-On)
975 Audubon Park Dr, Deltona, FL 32725
Paved
Facilities
Short loop near the ECRRT—great for little riders or a cool-down lap after a longer ride.
| Unpaved, MTB & Nature Rides |
Chuck Lennon Park Mountain Bike Trails — DeLeon Springs
5000 Greenfield Dairy Rd, DeLeon Springs, FL 32130
MTB
Unpaved
Facilities
~10.5 miles of one-way singletrack loops plus skills features; good signage and variety for beginners to advanced.
Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge — DeLand
2045 Mud Lake Rd, DeLeon Springs, FL 32130 (Refuge access points vary)
Unpaved
Levee roads and service tracks allow bicycles (not all foot trails). Birding hot-spot; bring wider tires and water.
Hontoon Island State Park — DeLand
2309 River Ridge Rd, DeLand, FL 32720 (ferry access to island)
Unpaved
Sandy forest roads and nature tracks; quiet wildlife viewing. Check ferry hours and fees before you go.
Lake Monroe Conservation Area — Osteen
Parking via Beck Ranch Park, 751 S SR-415, Osteen
Unpaved
~12.8 miles of dirt/sand multi-use roads with river views and wildlife. Best with wider tires; avoid after heavy rain.
Thornby Park (Spring-to-Spring Access) — Deltona
1105 W Lakeshore Dr, Deltona, FL 32725
Paved
Facilities
Pocket park/playground and alternate Spring-to-Spring access—handy for short family rides.
| Know Before You Go |
- Heat & hydration: Start early, bring water/electrolytes, and use sun/bug protection (summer insects can be heavy).
- Surface & tires: Paved trails are smooth; unpaved areas often need wider tires. Avoid sand/mud after heavy rain.
- Facilities & fees: Some trailheads are in city/county parks or state parks with limited hours or entrance fees.
- Trail status: Spring-to-Spring and the St. Johns River-to-Sea Loop continue to expand; check for construction gaps/closures.
- Wildlife: Keep a respectful distance from deer, gators, and bird rookeries; pack out all trash.
- Safety: Helmets are recommended for all riders; follow posted signage and yield rules.
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