ECHO tourism - Ecological

Ecological paradise abounds in Volusia County with an abundance of natural places to view and experience firsthand. The county proudly boasts approximately 240,000 acres of conservation lands, 172 linear miles of waterways, and 35 miles of beautiful sandy beaches. From beautiful clear springs where water bubbles to the surface at 72-degrees year-round, to temperate forests canopied with live oaks, to the sandy uplands of scrub habitat that are remnants of Florida’s past, Volusia County offers a wealth of ecological adventure for all. In addition, many unique animals and plants flourish within these amazing ecosystems. We invite you to experience these jewels of nature for yourself.

	Lyonia Environmental Center, Deltona Lyonia Environmental Learning Center provides visitors with a unique insight into Volusia County ’s fragile ecosystems. The center promotes an understanding of the county’s natural environment, the heritage it sustains, and the challenges it faces.
	Conservation Lands Outreach, Volusia County Experience and explore the conservation lands of Volusia County through outdoor learning adventures offered by the County's Land Acquisition and Management Division.
	Great Florida Birding Trail The Great Florida Birding Trail is a collection of 489 sites throughout Florida selected for their excellent birdwatching or bird education opportunities. This 2000-mile, self-guided highway trail is designed to conserve and enhance Florida's bird habitat by promoting birdwatching activities, conservation education and economic opportunity.
	Marine Science Center, Ponce Inlet The Marine Science Center (MSC) offers an innovative learning experience where visitors can explore the rich diversity of marine life in Volusia County, Florida. Also an animal hospital, the MSC cares for and rehabilitates seabirds and sea turtles year-round.