Area Description: In Central Florida, the St. Johns River offers fresh water bass fishing, scenic journeys through natural tributaries, manatee and wildlife experiences which will please the photographer, fisherman or boater in all of us. The City of Deland is home to world class skydivers, as well as Stetson University and wonderful antique shopping. With the Ocala National Forest at its doorstep, hiking trails and nature perserves, open a world of wonder to entire family. Hontoon Island, Deleon Springs and Blue Springs State Parks provide activities for the entire family, with the outdoors as your playground. Deland has that small town feeling, yet it is only 30 miles from the metropolitan area of Orlando and world renown family fun spot, Disney World's Magic Kingdom, as well as the sand shores of Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach. Discover a serene and tranquil existence, without sacrificing the contemporary luxury of f ... [Read More]

Area Description: In Central Florida, the St. Johns River offers fresh water bass fishing, scenic journeys through natural tributaries, manatee and wildlife experiences which will please the photographer, fisherman or boater in all of us. The City of Deland is home to world class skydivers, as well as Stetson University and wonderful antique shopping. With the Ocala National Forest at its doorstep, hiking trails and nature perserves, open a world of wonder to entire family. Hontoon Island, Deleon Springs and Blue Springs State Parks provide activities for the entire family, with the outdoors as your playground. Deland has that small town feeling, yet it is only 30 miles from the metropolitan area of Orlando and world renown family fun spot, Disney World's Magic Kingdom, as well as the sand shores of Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach. Discover a serene and tranquil existence, without sacrificing the contemporary luxury of fine dining, live theatre and great shops in Deland. Less then 20 minutes to Dayton Beach, Deland becomes a hub of activity around BIKE WEEK. With events for family fun and entertainment, there’s always something on the calendar of activities. Main Street Parades are still a crowd pleaser, for Christmas, Veterans Day or Homecoming, all ages will delight in the revelry and community experienced with any Downtown Main Street events. Deland’s charms extend far beyond downtown! The St. John’s River offers an array of water activities suited for all taste. Trolley around with the family through the amazing tributaries in a relaxing pontoon, jet ski in Lake Beresford, kayak out exploring the secluded waterways, or grab a fishing pole for an experience of a lifetime. You can delight in any or all, and never again be without something to do! Oh.. And let’s not forget the other creatures in the wild! Whether its seclusion or bonding, the St. John’s offers it all, and more. The OCALA NATIONAL FOREST is but a stones throw from Deland. Along with the fact that Volusia County is a very environmentally sensitive community, accounts for the varied and abundant wildlife from the sanctuaries surrounding it. A bird watching haven, or photographers dream, nature is at your fingertips. Hunting and fishing are allowed in with the appropriate licenses. Residents of Deland cherish their history, as seen in the impressive HISTORICAL DISTRICTS, and enjoy nature, as witness it in the plentiful NATURE PRESERVES & BIRD REFUGES. Experience the life of leisure and tranquility offered to those who discover this Central Florida lifestyle. The area offers paintballing, skydiving, horsebackriding, camping and much much more. By far, Deland offers activites for all ages, making a perfect location for family reunions or vacations. Experience it and you will always come back.