Located at the mouth of the Ponce de Leon Inlet, the City of New Smyrna Beach serves as the gateway to the historic and picturesque Indian River Intracoastal Waterway. It also welcomes residents and visitors to 13 miles of Atlantic Coast beach with the enviable reputation of being the "World’s Safest Bathing Beach." Stretching over 30 square miles, this expansive community is rich in history and Florida's abundant sunshine. Often called "Florida’s Original Theme Park," Smyrna Beach enjoys the south-side border of the pristine 57,000-acre Canaveral National Seashore Park. To the north is Smyrna Dunes Park, with its 1.5-mile boardwalk that loops around the panoramic Ponce de Leon Inlet area. Glimpses of abundant wildlife and exquisite vistas are among the daily pleasures of residents of this beautiful community. Every imaginable water sport is popular with residents and visitors alike, since Smyrna Beach offers some of the finest surfing and fishing in the region. Flagler Avenue offers a true beach-street setting lined with swaying palms that tower above the quaint boutiques, surf shops, and restaurants. Even the historic Canal Street in downtown New Smyrna Beach is enjoying a renewal of interest in its vintage charm.