Hontoon Island - Deland, Florida
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BoomersOTR
N 28° 58.551 W 081° 21.422
17R E 465216 N 3205362
The Hontoon Island ferry and ferry landing crossing the St. John's River from the mainland to Hontoon Island.
Waymark Code: WM13939
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 10/16/2020
Views: 9
Located in Deland, Florida is Hontoon Island. This island, now a state park, is located on the St. John’s River at the confluence of the Hontoon Dead River and the St. John’s River.
The ferry transports visitors and campers to the Hontoon Island State Park. The ferry landing on the mainland side is located at 2309 River Ridge Road, Deland, Florida. Here you will find a parking area for all ferry passengers. The ferry landing on the island side is at the park hub where you find the park headquarters, visitor center, park store and marina, playground, picnic area and restrooms.
The main ferry is the ‘Island Bridge’ which is a covered pontoon boat powered by electric motors. A back up ferry/barge can be utilized for overflow passengers or campers with large outdoor gear and camping equipment.
The ‘Island Bridge’ ferry is ADA accessible at both landings and operated by Florida State Park rangers who are certified to operate the ferry. There is no cost to utilize the ferry and no entrance fee to the island/state park.
The park and ferry are open from 8:00 am until one hour before sundown, 365 days a year.
Body of water served: St John's River
Places served:
Hontoon Island
Terminal / landing address:
2309 River Ridge Road
Deland, Florida USA
32720
Seasonal: no
Hours of operation (non-scheduled ferry service): From: 8:00 AM To: 6:00 PM
Dining room / cafeteria: no
Gift shop: yes
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