Palm Coast is one of Florida's best hidden coastal destinations for families, dogs, and Jeep adventures. This 3-day itinerary covers the best of what the area has to offer — beaches, parks, day trips, and plenty of time to relax at the house.
Day 1 — Beaches, Boardwalks & Flagler Fun
- 7:00amSunrise walk on Flagler Beach pier. Dogs welcome, coffee from a local café.
- 9:00amBack to the house for breakfast. Let the dogs run in the fenced backyard.
- 11:00amDrive back to Flagler Beach for a full beach day. Chairs, umbrella, cooler.
- 1:00pmLunch at The Funky Pelican — outdoor seating, dog-friendly, ocean views.
- 3:00pmWalk the Flagler Beach boardwalk and browse the shops on A1A.
- 5:00pmBack to the house. Hot tub. Grill dinner in the backyard.
Day 2 — Parks, Trails & Intracoastal Views
- 7:30amMorning walk on the Linear Park trail. Canal views, herons, peaceful.
- 9:30amBark Park at Central Park for off-leash dog time.
- 11:00amWashington Oaks Gardens State Park — coquina rock shoreline, trails.
- 1:00pmLunch at a waterfront restaurant on the Intracoastal.
- 3:00pmWaterfront Park walk along the Intracoastal Waterway.
- 6:00pmDinner in Palm Coast. Early night — big day tomorrow.
Day 3 — Jeep Adventure & Drive-On Beach Day
- 6:30amLoad the cargo rack. Coffee. Dogs in the back. Roof down.
- 7:15amA1A south to Daytona Beach. Drive onto the beach at sunrise.
- 8:00amSet up on the beach. Dogs running. Ocean in front of you.
- 12:00pmLunch on Main Street Daytona.
- 2:00pmA1A north back to Palm Coast. Stop at Flagler Beach for one last walk.
- 4:00pmBack at the house. Hot tub. Dogs asleep. Perfect trip.
Three days in Palm Coast with the Rubicon and a fenced backyard for your dogs — it's the kind of trip that makes you start planning the next one before you've even left.