Volusia County Reopens Vehicular and Pedestrian Beach Access at Emilia Avenue

Posted On: July 3, 2025

Just in time for the Fourth of July weekend, Volusia County reopened both vehicular and pedestrian access at the Emilia Avenue Beach Ramp in Daytona Beach Shores earlier today.

The ramp sustained heavy damage from Hurricane Milton in October 2024, resulting in the complete loss of public access. The following month, the ramp was temporarily repaired to restore pedestrian and vehicular access.

Last month, the approach was closed to allow crews to complete a full reconstruction. The project involved constructing a new vehicular ramp with gates, replacing the original south-side pedestrian access, and adding a new sidewalk on the north side of the approach to further enhance pedestrian connectivity.

With repairs now complete, both drivers and pedestrians can return to this popular beach entry point.

Before visiting the beach, be sure to download the Volusia Beaches app. This app provides real-time information on weather and tide conditions, open beach access points, staffed lifeguard towers, restroom locations, and beach safety regulations. The app is free to download for both Apple and Android devices.

Residents are reminded and encouraged to register their vehicles through the ParkVolusia program to receive complimentary beach driving access and parking in County-operated off-beach lots. Non-residents may purchase a daily or annual pass. To register a vehicle or purchase an annual pass, visit https://www.parkvolusia.org.