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Fairchild Oak at Bulow Creek

Bulow Creek State Park

protects nearly 5,600 acres, more than 1,500 of which are submerged lands

Hours

Open from 8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year.

Fees

No entrance fee is required to enter this park. Pavilion rentals are $40 per day, plus tax.

Location

3351 Old Dixie Highway
Ormond Beach FL 32174

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Contact Info

386-676-4050

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Welcome to Bulow Creek State Park

Bulow Creek protects nearly 5,600 acres, more than 1,500 of which are submerged lands.

The highlight of Bulow Creek is one of the largest remaining stands of southern live oak forest along Florida's east coast.

The reigning tree is the Fairchild Oak, one of the largest live oak trees in the South. For more than 400 years it has been a silent witness to human activities along Bulow Creek, including the destruction of the neighboring Bulow Plantation during the Second Seminole War in 1836.

Several trails allow hikers to explore the interior of the park, where visitors can see white-tailed deer, barred owls and raccoons. The Bulow Woods Trail, nearly seven miles long, takes hikers to Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park.

Visitors can picnic in a shady pavilion or at a table on the lawn within view of the Fairchild Oak.

Plan Your Visit

A woman stands in front of a large pavilion.
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Manager's Message

The Wahlin Trail bridge offers shady views of a seepage stream that meanders behind the historic 500-year-old Fairchild Oak Tree.
A man hiking on the Bulow Woods Trail
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Hiking at Bulow Creek

There are several trails for exploring the interior of the park. Two trails start from the parking area at the Fairchild Oak, the Bulow Woods Trail and the Wahlin Trail.
Red-shouldered Hawk perched on an oak tree branch
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Birding at Bulow Creek

The Fairchild Oak is a wonder in and of itself, a popular stop along the world famous Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail. Experience another world through a pair of binoculars and join in on the popular recreational activity that is birding.

Experiences

Bicycling
Bicycling
Birding
Birding
Geo-Seeking
Geo-Seeking
Hiking
Hiking
Paddling
Paddling
Picnicking
Picnicking
Weddings
Weddings
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Historic Site
Historic Site
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities

Bulow Creek State Park Photo Gallery

Fairchild Oak at Bulow Creek
Two kayaks paddling at Bulow Creek
Two women looking up at the Fairchild oak tree
Bulow Creek Marsh
Fairchild Oak Tree at Bulow Creek
Bulow Creek marsh
Dummett Mill at Bulow Creek State Park
Hardwood House at Bulow Creek
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History

The Bulow Creek Fairchild Oak parking area features a majestic oak tree that is more than 400 years old. Its branches have cast shadows over many historic eras of Florida.
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Rivers & Lakes at Florida State Parks

Florida is truly a place where land and water interweaves to form a diverse and dynamic natural fabric. Numerous rivers course through the landscape, and lakes of varying sizes can be found in all regions.

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Volunteer Meret Wilson with her bird banding station and binoculars in hand

Volunteer Spotlight

Meret has been a volunteer since 2004 when she set up her banding station on Helicopter Island.
Bulow Parks Historic Alliance

Bulow Parks Historic Alliance

Friends Groups meet the critical needs of individual parks and the system of state parks. They share one thing in common – passion for parks.

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