Bulow Creek State Park

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
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

Tomoka State Park featuring a lake or waterhole

Tomoka State Park

Enjoy a trip to Tomoka State Park and popular activities such as cycling in Ormond Beach. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Tomoka State Park
View of Flagler Beach at lunch from High Tides at Snack Jack. Great place to eat right on the beach.

Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach

After visiting Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Flagler Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.

Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach

Ormond Tomb State Park

Enjoy a trip to Ormond Tomb State Park and popular activities such as cycling in Ormond Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Ormond Tomb State Park

James Ormond Park

After visiting James Ormond Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ormond Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.

James Ormond Park

Halifax Plantation Golf Club

Play a round of golf in Ormond Beach at Halifax Plantation Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Halifax Plantation Golf Club

Highbridge Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Highbridge Park and also enjoy the cycling trails in Ormond Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Highbridge Park

Top Bulow Creek State Park Hotel Deals

Days Inn by Wyndham Ormond Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Ormond Beach

2 out of 5
1608 North US 1 & I-95 Ormond Beach FL
Days Inn by Wyndham Ormond Beach
Econo Inn

Econo Inn

2 out of 5
1567 North US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL
Econo Inn
Ocean Mist Motel

Ocean Mist Motel

1732 Ocean Shore Blvd Ormond Beach FL
Ocean Mist Motel
Island Cottage Inn - Adults Only

Island Cottage Inn - Adults Only

2.5 out of 5
2316 S Ocean Shore Blvd Flagler Beach FL
Island Cottage Inn - Adults Only
Compass Hotel Flagler Beach

Compass Hotel Flagler Beach

3 out of 5
111 S Daytona Ave Flagler Beach FL
Compass Hotel Flagler Beach
See all 4,632 properties in Bulow Creek State Park
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.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Book Flight + Lodging, save up to 100% of flight price - Savings based on flight + lodging package prices as compared to the price of the same components available for booking separately before all discounts and rewards applied. Your bundled savings cover up to 100% of your flight. Savings vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and travel suppliers. Savings not available on all flight + lodging package bookings.