Old Salt Park Palm Coast, Florida is a beachfront park within the Ocean Hammock Resort. It was a delightful find for us! While vacationing in Palm Coast we went exploring for a beach where we could relax, soak in the Florida sunshine and try our hand at surf fishing in the Atlantic waters. We found Old Salt Park Palm Coast easily did all of the above.
The Beach at Old Salt Park in Palm Coast
We found the beach here to be so peaceful that we took our time and walked along the shore to search for seashells. I found a couple of keepers but there really aren’t many shells that wash ashore here. Maybe after a strom comes through you’d have more luck though. The sand here is beautiful and after our walk we enjoyed just relaxing and fishing for a while. The sound of the surf alone has a way of soothing me into peaceful relaxation.
Where is Old Salt Park in Palm Coast Located?
Address:
200 16th Road, Palm Coast
Old Salt Park is located within the lush grounds of the Ocean Hammock Resort. We enjoyed relaxing on the beach and surf fishing here in the gorgeous Atlantic Ocean. Old Salt Park beach is 3.7 miles, about a 7 minute drive from the Legacy Vacation Resorts in Palm Coast where we were vacationing. When leaving the Legacy Vacation Resorts come to the 4 way stop. At the 4 way stop turn left onto Palm Harbor Pkwy. At the first stop turn right onto Hammock Dunes Pkwy (toll bridge). At the end of the Pkwy continue across the street to the entrance of Hammock Dunes. You will continue driving through Hammock Dunes on the Hammock Dunes Pkwy following the signs that say “BEACH”. Make a right at 16th Road East which will take you directly to the parking area. Enjoy!
What to do at Old Salt Park in Palm Coast?
The coast at Old Salt Park is beautiful! You will find fishing, sunbathing, picnicking, and whale watching to be popular activities here. February seems to be the best month for whale sightings, but whales are present and spotted from December to March each year. Dolphins are commonly spotted playing in the wake of passing boats and bird watchers will enjoy the many species of shore birds that frequent this area.
Try your hand at surf fishing along the shores of the Atlantic Ocean! Grab a pole, some bait and tackle and see what’s biting. Mullet and shrimp as well as similar artificial lures will work well as bait. Some of the more prominent fish caught in the area are Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Drum and Sheepshead. Bluefish and Pompano are also being caught. Remember: a bad day fishing is better than a good day at work! Good luck and have fun.
General Information
You will find plenty of parking spaces, an outdoor shower and restrooms available at the park. Leashed pets are allowed.
Hours:
Dawn to 11 p.m.
For information about pavilion rental, call Parks and Recreation at 386-313-4020
