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Ponce Inlet [1] is a town in Volusia County, East Central Florida.

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It is said that in 1513, Juan Ponce De Leon was exploring the land and waters around the inlet that today bears his name. In 1886-87, a 175 foot high lighthouse was built and named after Ponce de Leon.

The lighthouse still dominates this small, sleepy town of fishing boats, natural parks, and growing condominiums.

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[edit] By plane

Ponce Inlet has no local airport. If you need to fly here, you will need to find a commercial flight arriving to either Daytona Beach International Airport (the closest), Orlando International Airport, or Jacksonville International Airport.

[edit] By train

Amtrak offers the Amtrak Auto Train service with its southern Terminus located in Sanford (Florida), about 35 miles west of Ponce Inlet. The Amtrak Auto Train carries passengers and automobiles between Sanford and Lorton, Virginia, effectively serving as a car-rail link from Florida to the Washington, D.C. Metro Area. You can easily drive your car into Ponce Inlet after departing from the Auto Train.

Amtrak offers regular passenger service with the closest stop being near the city of DeLand. This stop is rather remote and is not recommended as an option.

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• Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse and Museum, +1 386-761 1821 (fax: +1 386-761-3121), [2]. Florida's tallest Lighthouse sits at the end of the road south of Daytona Beach. It is one of only 10 lighthouses in the nation designated a National Historic Landmark. Climb the winding staircase for beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Halifax River.
• Marine Science Center, 100 Lighthouse Drive, +1 386-304-5545, [3]. The Marine Science Center offers an experience where visitors can discover, enjoy, and see some of the rich marine life of the area.
• Kay & Ayres Davies Lighthouse Park (City), [4]. Situated under the shadow of the historic Ponce DeLeon Light Station, this three-acre park has swings, a slide and a climber and is ideal for picnics and relaxing after climbing the steps of the Lighthouse.
• Lighthouse Point Park (County)
• Ponce Preserve (City), [5]. The Ponce Preserve is the town’s largest park with approximately 41 acres stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Halifax River. Sitting at the heart of this park is the Green Mound State Archaeological Site, an ancient Indian midden.
• Timucuan Oaks Botanical Garden, [6]. Timucuan Oaks Botanical Gardens is an 8-acre site. Four natural communities can be found in this park: shell mound, maritime hammock, salt marsh and mangrove swamp.
• Town Hall Park Complex (City), [7]. This park is centrally located adjacent to the Fire Department and is the hub of much activity with its playgrounds, tennis and basketball courts.

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[edit] Casino

• Suncruz Casino Boat, 4884 Front St., 1-800-474-3423. Las Vegas style gaming ship featuring blackjack, roulette, craps, and live poker. Enjoy 3-card poker, mini baccarat, Caribbean stud poker and hundreds of slot machines. Live entertainment. Buffet and a la carte menu. Shuttle transportation available. Five-hour day and evening cruises.

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• Adventure Yacht Harbor Inc., 3948 S. Peninsula Dr, 1-800-360-7012. Daily 10AM-10PM. Fishing and sailing charters are part of this adventure. Pontoon boat rentals and bait are available. 150-slip. Overnight docking. Fuel and pump out service also available.
• Critter Fleet, 4950 S. Peninsula Dr, 1-800-338-0850 (fax: +1 386-756-4075). Critter Fleet offers bottom fishing 15 to 35 miles out in the ocean. Full and half-day party boat excursions include equipment and bait. Private charters available.
• FIN-ADDICT Charters, +1 386-547-4053. Capt. Chris offers half-day, full-day and big game gulfstream charters aboard a 32-ft custom contender, complete with an onboard restroom. Bait, tackle, ice and fishing license are included, and fish cleaning and mounts are available.
• Finest Kind II Sportfishing, 133 Inlet Harbor Rd., 1-877-615-6606, [8]. Offshore fishing has been a Nelson family tradition since 1955. Choose from half-day, full-day or night charters.
• First Class Charters, +1 386-788-3469. Deep sea sport fishing for up to six passengers.
• Fish with Capt. Barry, +1 386-871-8500, [9]. Capt. Barry specializes in back water fishing on the Tomoka River, Mosquito Lagoon, Indian River and St. Johns River. Fish for trout, redfish, snook, bass, crappie and tarpon.
• Fishin' Magician Guide Service, +1 386-767-5299. Try inlet fishing for trout, snook, reds or bass from the Daytona Beach area to Mosquito Lagoon. This family-oriented guide can accommodate up to three people.
• Hooked On It, 3948 S. Peninsula Dr., 1-888-419-3474, The name says it all -- enjoy sport fishing from charter boats. Located at Adventure Yacht Harbor.
• Hooker Sport Fishing Charters, 3948 S. Peninsula Dr., +1 386-760-8909. Book your next fishing trip aboard "The Hooker" with Captain Bill Smitherman at the Adventure Yacht Harbor. Coast Guard approved for up to 14 passengers.
• Inlet Harbor Marina, 133 Inlet Harbor Road, +1 386-767-5590. Sport fishing charters, marine store with bait and tackle. Restaurant, bar and gift shop. Designated a Clean Marina.
• Island Spirit Deep Sea Fishing, 133 Inlet Harbor Road, +1 386-763-4388 (fax: +1 386-761-2834). The Island Spirit is a 46ft. Hatteras offering offshore fishing trips from 4 to 10 hrs. This tournament machine can comfortably accommodate up to 6 anglers in air-conditioned comfort. Powered by twin 525hp John Deere diesels she's fast & ready to fish.
• Knot on Duty Sportsfishing Charters, +1 386-760-9764, [10]. Fish aboard a spacious 29-ft boat with Penn and Shimano reels, star rods and the latest electronics. All bait, tackle and licenses are included. Half-day and full-day gulf stream trips are available. Special river, inlet and bay trips are also available.
• Sea - Ya Charters & Guide Service, Inc., +1 386-547-3680. Sea - Ya Charters offers between four to 12 hour deep sea fishing trips, specializing in bottom fishing and trolling.
• Sea Spirit Deep Sea Fishing, 133 Inlet Harbor Rd, +1 386-763-4388 (fax: +1 386-761-2834), [11]. Sea Spirit offers full and half day party boat fishing trips and private charters for up to six for between 4 - 10 hours. All bait & tackle is provided for a great day on the ocean whether bottom fishing for Snapper or Grouper, or trolling for trophy Dolphin or Sailfish. Reservations recommended.

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• Boondock's, 3948 S Peninsula Dr, +1 386-760-9001.
• Down the Hatch, 4884 Front St, +1 386-761-4831.
• Inlet Harbor Restaurant, 133 Inlet Harbor Rd, +1 386-767-5590, [12]
• Lighthouse Landing Restaurant

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[edit] Contact

Seven digit dialing is in effect for local calls in Ponce Inlet. The local area code is 386. For calls within the US or Canada, dial 1+area code+number. There are some public pay phones scattered around the city, but they are becoming increasingly rare with the predominance of cell phones. It is not safe to assume you will be able to find a pay phone at any given time.

The ZIP code in the town of Ponce Inlet is 32127.

[edit] Agencies

The Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, 126 East Orange Avenue. Tel: (386) 255-0415 Fax: (386) 255-5478. The official sales and marketing organization for Ponce Inlet. [13].

[edit] Internet

It is common for many of the larger hotels and lodgings in the area to offer free internet access for their guests.

[edit] Stay safe

Florida has a high occurrence of hurricanes. You might want to check the Hurricane safety page if you are visiting Florida. Beware of lightning in the central part of the state. The area is known for a high number of shark attacks, so be careful when surfing. Also, there is a high occurrence of tornadoes in Florida, so check the Tornado safety page.

Tourist areas rarely have violent crimes, but theft is an occasional occurrence. The 911 number for fire and police emergencies is in effect in Ponce Inlet.

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[edit] Get out

• Daytona Beach - Ponce Inlet's famous neighbor about 10 miles to the North offers NASCAR racing and other special events.
• Daytona Beach Shores - A quiet, small city located just North of Ponce Inlet along the beach peninsula.
• New Smyrna Beach - Located South of Ponce Inlet on the next barrier island. New Smyrna Beach lays claim to the best Florida offers - excellent backwater and offshore fishing, golf, historical sites, cultural events and eclectic shopping and dining experiences along historical Flagler Avenue and Canal Street.
• Port Orange - A quiet, but rapidly growing city located Northwest of Ponce Inlet on the mainland, where you can enjoy Golf and Tennis.

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