Lyonia Preserve
- Nature reserve
- Regional draw
- Deltona
Lyonia Preserve protects restored Florida scrub habitat in Deltona, with public trails offering an introduction to this distinctive dry-land ecosystem.

Its setting supports scrub-dependent wildlife and environmental education alongside the nearby library and environmental center.
Choose a route using current county maps and observe habitat protections, particularly around wildlife. The photograph records flooded trails during an earlier visit, not normal conditions or permission to wade through closed routes. Check current notices before setting out, and follow signed open paths. Programs inside Lyonia Environmental Center have separate hours and arrangements from outdoor preserve access.
Visitor details reviewed October 18, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
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