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Cassen Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 527 Google reviews · Running trail in Ormond Beach, Florida · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Cassen Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

PavedScenicRestroomsTrailhead parking

Riverside spot with a boat ramp, docks & a bait shop plus picnicking & a walking/biking path.

What runners say about Cassen Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (527 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“Beautiful views, fresh air, well maintained.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“The park offers a relaxing environment perfect for enjoying a leisurely day by the water, complete with scenic walkways and ample space for outdoor activities.”

Cassen Park in Ormond Beach is a waterfront gem featuring views of the Halifax River Bridge. Known for its fishing pier, boat ramps, and picnic areas, it's a popular spot for anglers, boaters, and families alike.

★★★★★ — Elizabeth , Nov 2024

Great place to ride my bike for a 10 mile loop. Run the pier few times sprint the concrete bags do 150 pushups dips and crunches while enjoying beautiful view of river from top of the bridge . we are so lucky to enjoy this environment !! Lots to see around here

★★★★★ — Pete , May 2020

Beautiful place to launch boats from and to go walk under the bridge. I go there frequently to admire the lights on the bridge while having a cup of coffee in my car

★★★★★ — Kevin , Dec 2025

This is a great place to do pier type fishing....has a bait store....bathrooms and boat ramps. Was updated not long ago. Even has a good sized dock for day use....

★★★★★ — Chris , Nov 2025

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 9 mentions

“Run the pier few times sprint the concrete bags do 150 pushups dips and crunches while enjoying beautiful view of river from top of the bridge .”

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🚻 Restrooms 4 mentions

“Cute park with fishing pier ,bait shop , restrooms, a small church if you go under the bridge to the north plus plenty of seating and few tables”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Does have a couple of paved parking spots.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

“Run the pier few times sprint the concrete bags do 150 pushups dips and crunches while enjoying beautiful view of river from top of the bridge .”

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Plan your run at Cassen Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • Websiteormondbeach.org
  • Phone(386) 676-3250
  • Social Instagram

Hours

Monday 5 AM–12 AM
Tuesday 5 AM–12 AM
Wednesday 5 AM–12 AM
Thursday 5 AM–12 AM
Friday 5 AM–12 AM
Saturday 5 AM–12 AM
Sunday 5 AM–12 AM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Cassen Park

1 S Beach St, Ormond Beach, FL 32174

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.