Volusia County to Reopen Frank Rendon Park on March 31 with Restored Beach Access and Amenities

Posted On: March 27, 2026

Volusia County will reopen Frank Rendon Park on Tuesday, March 31, marking the completion of a comprehensive restoration project that has restored public access and returned key park amenities following storm-related damage.

Located at 2705 S. Atlantic Ave. in Daytona Beach Shores, the park sustained significant damage from Hurricanes Ian and Nicole in 2022. The County was able to reopen it with limited amenities shortly after the storms. In August 2025, the park closed to the public to allow for its complete restoration.

The project focused on restoring critical infrastructure throughout the park. A new seawall has been constructed to replace the one that was lost to the storms, along with the reinstallation of a previously permitted granite stone revetment along the southern end of the park. This will help protect the shoreline and nearby infrastructure from future ocean events. Beach access has also been restored with the rebuilding of the ADA-accessible dune walkover and a second set of stairs at the southern access point, improving access for visitors.

The park's role as a gathering space has also been restored. Two storm-damaged pavilions have been rebuilt to provide shaded areas for picnics and community use, and the pedestrian observation area offering views of the coastline has been restored. Pavilion reservations will be available online at www.volusia.orgbeginning Monday, April 6.

All park amenities and beach access points will be available upon reopening, except the playground, which remains under construction. The playground sustained structural damage to its foundation during a strong nor'easter last October, which delayed its completion. The playground is anticipated to be completed and open to the public ahead of the Mother's Day holiday weekend.

The restoration of the park's original amenities and infrastructure was completed in accordance with FEMA reimbursement criteria for disaster-damaged public facilities, helping ensure the County could leverage available federal funding. Frank Rendon Park serves as a valued coastal destination for both residents and visitors, and its reopening represents an important milestone in restoring access to one of the community's most popular beachfront parks.