Ormond Beach

The Ormond Beach is a beach located in the city with the same name. It is located in Volusia County, Florida. It is located near Daytona Beach. In the past, the area was inhabited by the Timucuan Indians. This village was called Nocoroco, which is now believed to be the location where Tomoka State park is located. It was disease and war that removed the tribe from the area. Following the Civil Warm, people began traveling to Florida for vacation and leisure. Ormond was one of the most popular destinations because the sand was white and hard. It was during this time that the St. Johns and Halifax Railroad was built through the town and the first bridge across the Halifax River was built. The ease with which Ormond Beach could be reached resulted in the building of the famous Ormond Hotel. The hotel was later purchased by Henry Flagler, one of Florida's most famous residents. The hotel hosted a variety of well-to-do visitors, including John D. Rockefeller. Today, the beach is still sought out by vacationers and those looking to explore the Florida coast. The beach is the main draw, but other attractions in the area such as Tomoka State Park, the Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens and the Dix House are also popular.