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Manager's Message

Pack your picnic basket and come experience the island. Your adventure begins with a ride on the quiet Hontoon Island all electric river ferry. If you wish, bring your bikes for a pleasant ride or walk along over 5 miles of hard packed dirt roads. After a refreshing excursion on the island stop in and see the wonderfully displayed history of the island in the visitor's center. Snacks, drinks, and souvenirs are available at the Island Store. There are over 20 picnic tables for your use as well as a playground and brand new swings for the children. Rental canoes or kayaks are available. Go for a self-guided tour around the island. Along the way, you will see miles of unspoiled water and little boat traffic. It is truly a ride through "the Real Florida". Remember, the last ferry returns you to the parking lot one hour before sunset. Or you can rent a cabin or tent site and stay the night (space available), enjoy a campfire and the sounds of wildlife on the island.
- Mike Hayes, Park Manager

Welcome to Hontoon Island State Park

This island, located in the St. Johns River in Volusia County, welcomes visitors to enjoy nature and history in quiet solitude. The island is accessible only by private boat or park ferry. Evidence of Native American habitation over thousands of years can be witnessed as visitors hike through the park. Stop in and walk through the impressive visitor center to learn more about the many inhabitants and uses of Hontoon Island over the years. Boating, canoeing, and fishing are popular activities and canoe rentals are available. Picnic areas include tables, grills, and a playground. For overnight stays, the park has rustic cabins, an enclosed sleeping space with electricity, no heat, air conditioning, bathrooms, or kitchens. Overnight boat slip rentals and a tents' only campground are also available. The park's ferry operates daily from 8:00 a.m. to one hour before sunset. Located six miles west of Deland off State Road 44.

Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Hontoon Island State Park, please call 386-736-5309.

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Hours of Operation

Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.

Driving Directions

Hontoon Island is located west of DeLand off of State Road 44. Turn on County Road 4110 (Old New York Ave.), left if you are traveling west on 44, right if you are traveling east on 44. Follow County Road 4110 to County Road 4125 (Hontoon Road) make a left, go to River Ridge Road (continuation of County Road 4125) and make a left on to River Ridge Road. Our address is 2309 River Ridge Road.