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Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 295 Google reviews · Running trail in Ormond Beach, Florida · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Loop distance
Not reported
Shape
Loop
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail'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.

LoopOpen 24hScenicQuiet

Peaceful scenic loop offering a drive, hiking, and kayaking, as well as fishing.

What runners say about Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (295 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 11 mentions

“We drove the Ormond Scenic Loop Trail just to take in the sights, but honestly, it wasn’t much different from the rest of the Florida scenery.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 5 mentions

“That said, if you're looking for a peaceful spot to bike, jog, or get outdoors away from the city, this would be a nice option.”

I’ve lived a few miles from here for a few years. I’ve bicycled, motorcycled, hiked, cruised it with friends in cars and fished🐠 from shore countless time and recently kayaked it. Always loved this place.

★★★★★ — Moe , Nov 2020

We drove the Ormond Scenic Loop Trail just to take in the sights, but honestly, it wasn’t much different from the rest of the Florida scenery. Considering we went out of our way to see it, it felt a bit underwhelming.

★★★★☆ — Miled , Mar 2025

The loop is pretty cool to go thru. I like it more on my bike and at around 6-7pm when the sun is starting to set. You get to drive thru a pink sky 🌌

★★★★★ — Gun , Aug 2023

Beautiful and peaceful drive with amazing views of nature. Perfect for a relaxing ride or walk! 🌿

★★★★★ — Jenson , Oct 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 15 mentions

“We drove the Ormond Scenic Loop Trail just to take in the sights, but honestly, it wasn’t much different from the rest of the Florida scenery.”

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🔁 Loop trail 6 mentions

“We drove the Ormond Scenic Loop Trail just to take in the sights, but honestly, it wasn’t much different from the rest of the Florida scenery.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 5 mentions

“That said, if you're looking for a peaceful spot to bike, jog, or get outdoors away from the city, this would be a nice option.”

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Plan your run at Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • 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.
  • Websiteormondscenicloopandtrail.com
  • Phone+1 386-299-2441

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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 Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail

Ormond Beach, Florida

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Running trails near Ormond Beach

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

Benny M. Woodham Jr. Trail

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PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area with a smooth, concrete trail that's suitable for children and dogs.

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Michael Crotty Bicentennial Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 975 reviews

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BoardwalkShadedLitScenic

Park boasting oceanfront beach & riverfront boardwalk with tree-covered roads, campsites & dog park.

1.4 miles away

Tomoka Marsh Aquatic Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ 386 reviews

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LoopScenic

Tranquil preserve made up of river & creeks popular for boating, fishing, kayaking & bird watching.

2.0 miles away

Sanchez Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 325 reviews

Ormond Beach, FL

Scenic

Natural area by the river featuring a boat launch, picnic shelter, playground & fishing options.

3.1 miles away

Riverbend Nature Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 275 reviews

Ormond Beach, FL

Natural surfaceScenic

Green-space featuring a playground and picnic tables, plus riverside hiking and biking trails.

3.2 miles away

James Ormond Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 163 reviews

Ormond Beach, FL

LoopPavedShadedScenic

This park with a playground, nature trail & picnic tables is the resting place of Ormond's son.

4.1 miles away

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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.