Halifax Travel Guide

Ormond Beach

Bulow Creek State Park is a Florida State Park located five miles north of Ormond Beach. It is on Old Dixie Highway, next to the Atlantic Ocean.

For more than 400 years, the Fairchild Oak has silently observed the events along Bulow Creek — serving as a noble guard of the area’s magnificent environment. Nearly two centuries ago in 1836, the neighboring Bulow Plantation was destroyed during the Second Seminole War. And still, the Fairchild Oak stands strong. 

Local legend has it that this majestic oak tree was the site of two deaths. The first was that of James Ormond II, who lived in a house a stone’s throw from the tree and whose body was found under it, his cause of death unknown. 

The second death is shrouded in even more mystery. Norman Harwood, who purchased the property around 1880, is remembered as a hulking man. Some stories portray him as a cattle farmer, while others cite him as a dry-goods businessman — but most accounts say Harwood was deep in over his head in debt. It’s unclear what happened, but the myths suggest that Harwood, buried in economic turmoil, killed himself under the tree. 

#oak #Nature
Fairchild Oak, one of the largest live oak trees in the South at about 400 years old.

#Parks Photo Challenge

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Halifax

Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort

Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort

4 out of 5
422 N Atlantic Ave Daytona Beach FL
The price is Rp2.436.017 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp2.436.017
Rp3.408.324 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach

Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach

4 out of 5
918 N Atlantic Ave. Daytona Beach FL
The price is Rp2.581.601 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp2.581.601
Rp3.648.417 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,680 reviews)
Everything from Valet to the room was great

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort

4 out of 5
100 N Atlantic Ave Daytona Beach FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.585.746 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
Rp1.585.746
Rp2.259.165 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 4 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,854 reviews)
Rooms are not maintained Rust around door frames in bathroom and very well used for the rest of the room Elevators were always broken

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
Best Western Aku Tiki Inn

Best Western Aku Tiki Inn

2.5 out of 5
2225 S Atlantic Ave Daytona Beach Shores FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.675.786 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
Rp1.675.786
Rp1.885.428 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Daytona Beach Shores. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,359 reviews)
Never again

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Best Western Aku Tiki Inn
Nautilus Inn

Nautilus Inn

2.5 out of 5
1515 S Atlantic Ave Daytona Beach FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.863.213 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
Rp1.863.213
Rp2.096.114 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,099 reviews)
Super clean

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Nautilus Inn
Perry's Ocean Edge Resort

Perry's Ocean Edge Resort

2.5 out of 5
2209 S Atlantic Ave Daytona Beach Shores FL
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Daytona Beach Shores. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,452 reviews)
The overall resort was very amazing, I definitely recommend it. From the staff down to the room and the location, Our room literally had a view of the beach, the room itself was very spacious, clean and comfortable. They even allow pets for a very small fee, I was so happy I got to bring my little ...

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Perry's Ocean Edge Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Halifax

Daytona Beach, Florida. Stunning aerial view on a beautiful day

Destination Daytona

Though Destination Daytona may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Destination Daytona and Tomoka State Park.

Destination Daytona
DaytonaBeach_NationalGardens_6186390_07

National Gardens

4/5(1 area review)

Notable for its beaches, shopping and restaurants, National Gardens is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Ormond Beach. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Destination Daytona or Tomoka State Park.

National Gardens
Default Image

Oakview Heights

Oakview Heights might not have many top sights, but Ormond Beach Beach and Briggs Drive Fishing Dock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Oakview Heights
Default Image

Breakers

Though Breakers may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ormond Beach Beach and Briggs Drive Fishing Dock.

Breakers
Default Image

Ocean Crest

While Ocean Crest isn't home to many top sights, Ormond Beach Beach and Briggs Drive Fishing Dock are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ocean Crest
Default Image

Oakdale Park

Oakdale Park might not have many top sights, but Ormond Beach Beach and Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Oakdale Park


Halifax Travel Guide