With its festive atmosphere, hard packed sand and moderate surf, an enjoyable experience will be had by all at Ponce Inlet. In addition to swimming and sunbathing, nearby Lighthouse Point Park offers nature trails, an observation tower and picnic areas. Fishing along the beach or in Ponce Inlet will delight the fisherman, and the numerous small shops in the area make a pleasant diversion. There are volleyball nets set up in several areas of the beach for public use.

Located in the small town of Ponce Inlet, The Ponce de Leon Inlet lighthouse gives the feel of stepping back in time to the 1800's. The 175 foot tall structure, completed in 1887, took three years to build and was considered to be the most beautiful in Florida. The lighthouse served faithfully for 80 years until the Coast Guard abandoned it in 1970. The Town of Ponce Inlet rescued the lighthouse and converted it into a wonderful museum. Climbing the tower is well worth the energy, as the view from the top is spectacular. The lighthouse is open every day except Christmas from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.