Local photographers share 7 of the most photogenic places in Volusia and Flagler counties

Mark Harper, The Daytona Beach News-Journal
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Autumn delivers some of the most picturesque western skyline sunsets. Summer sunrises are spectacular. And winter and spring have their own unique charms, too.

While the skies are ever-changing, there are locations across Volusia and Flagler counties that consistently produce wondrous environments for photography, no matter what time of year it is.

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Here's a list of seven of the most picturesque places, according to three local professional photographers: Mark Dickinson of Port Orange, Kenzie Rae McMullen of Ormond Beach, and Steve Simoneau of DeLand.

Gemini Springs Park

Women walk their dogs on one of the boardwalks over Gemini Springs in DeBary. The park there was identified by local photographers as one of Volusia County's most photogenic places.
Women walk their dogs on one of the boardwalks over Gemini Springs in DeBary. The park there was identified by local photographers as one of Volusia County's most photogenic places.

ADDRESS: 37 Dirksen Dr., DeBary.

Nestled between historic Enterprise and DeBary, this 212-acre plot was once used to raise cattle, harvest turpentine and grow sugar cane. It became a Volusia County park in 1994.

Washington Oaks State Park

The rocks at Washington Oaks State Park in Flagler County are a favorite spot for customers of photographer Kenzie Rae McMullen.
The rocks at Washington Oaks State Park in Flagler County are a favorite spot for customers of photographer Kenzie Rae McMullen.

ADDRESS: 6400 N. Oceanshore Blvd., Palm Coast.

Gardens surround an ancient historic live oak tree in the park, while the adjacent beach with its coquina rock formations along the Atlantic coastline offer unique, natural experience.

Downtown DeLand, with its mix of historic buildings and fresh streetscaping, is among the most picturesque places in Volusia and Flagler counties.
Downtown DeLand, with its mix of historic buildings and fresh streetscaping, is among the most picturesque places in Volusia and Flagler counties.

Downtown DeLand and Stetson University

ADDRESS: 345 N. Woodland Blvd.

Consists of lively businesses in old buildings, the Historic Courthouse, attractive streetscapes, fountains, giant murals and alleyways with brick facades that provide dozens of spots for photography. It was also awarded with the Great American Main Street Award. And Stetson's campus, which was founded in 1883, is beautifully landscaped. Hollis Fountain, surrounded by Palm Court, is a frequent spot for pictures.

Ponce Inlet Lighthouse and Museum

The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse by moonlight.
The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse by moonlight.

ADDRESS: 931 S. Peninsula Dr., Ponce Inlet, as well as Lighthouse Point Park, 3000 S. Atlantic Ave., Ponce Inlet.

The 175-foot lighthouse was constructed in 1887 and is open for visitors to climb to the top. This spot's views of the inlet to the Halifax River offer lots of opportunities for photographing big boats and sunsets in addition to, of course, the lighthouse.

Princess Place Preserve

Sunlight falls on a forest in Princess Place Preserve in Flagler County. Local photographers consider the preserve to be among the Volusia-Flagler area's most photogenic locations.
Sunlight falls on a forest in Princess Place Preserve in Flagler County. Local photographers consider the preserve to be among the Volusia-Flagler area's most photogenic locations.

ADDRESS: 2500 Princess Place Preserve, Palm Coast.

A 1,500-acre preserve provides wooded sunsets, historic buildings and views of the confluence of Pellicer Creek, Moody Creek and the Matanzas River.

Downtown Ormond Beach

The Granada Bridge over the Halifax River is seen from The Casements & Rockefeller Gardens. The gardens also offer greenery, sculptures and multipurpose stages, making it a great spot for prom or wedding photos.
The Granada Bridge over the Halifax River is seen from The Casements & Rockefeller Gardens. The gardens also offer greenery, sculptures and multipurpose stages, making it a great spot for prom or wedding photos.

ADDRESS: Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach.

From the bridge over the Halifax River to the Casements, former home of John D. Rockefeller, to the restaurants and boutiques along Granada Boulevard, there's lots of scenery here for photos. The downtown includes views of the river and the Atlantic Ocean.

Beck Ranch Park

Beck Ranch, with its meat packing house, near Osteen is among the places mentioned by local photographers when asked for their favorite spots for pictures.
Beck Ranch, with its meat packing house, near Osteen is among the places mentioned by local photographers when asked for their favorite spots for pictures.

ADDRESS: 751 S. State Road 415, Osteen.

Southern Volusia County, near the St. Johns River, offers big skies, large live oaks and historic structures.

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