Bicycling

Cyclists of all levels can find a challenging and enjoyable ride on the 15 miles of multi-use trails. Because the trails are multi-use, be prepared to meet the occasional hiker, horseback rider, or park vehicle. Please stay on designated trails, ride responsibly, and respect the park and wildlife. The park closes at sundown and you must exit the park at that time, so please plan your ride accordingly.

Persons under the age of 16 are required by State Law to wear a helmet while bicycling.

The trails are located in a wilderness area.
Please take water, a compass and a map when utilizing them.

Facilities

There is one restroom and shower facility in the area near the horse stalls. This facility is ADA accessible and there is ADA parking directly in front of the building.

Hiking/Nature Trails

The Reserve has 14 miles of hiking trails that take hikers through sand pine scrub, pine flatwoods, bayheads, oak hammocks and swamps.

The most unique natural feature of the Reserve is the spring/run river system which surrounds most of the Reserve's perimeter and can be accessed from the hiking trails. This system is formed from the discharge of several artesian springs together with the tannic runoff from the surrounding watershed, creating one of the most scenic canoe trails in Central Florida. It is truly beautiful and wonderfully serene!

(Canoes and kayaks cannot be launched from within the Reserve but there are several places to launch outside of the Reserve that will provide access to Rock Springs Run-visit the Wekiwa Springs State Park Activities page for more information.)

Because the trails are multi-use, be prepared to meet the occasional bicyclist, horseback rider, or park vehicle. Please stay on designated trails, hike responsibly, and respect the park and wildlife. The park closes at sundown and you must exit the park at that time, so please plan your hike accordingly.

The trails are located in a wilderness area.
Please take water, a compass and a map when utilizing them.

Horse Trails

Rock Springs Run State Reserve has 17 miles of horse trails that are multi-use trails taking the rider through a variety of plant communities and near Rock Springs Run. Horses are not permitted in the spring run. There is a flowing well along the trail for thirsty horses but this water is non-potable and not for human comsumption.

Horses and riders are required to stay on the designated horse trails.

Because the trails are multi-use, be prepared to meet the occasional hiker, bicyclist, or park vehicle. Please ride responsibly, and respect the park and wildlife. The park closes at sundown and you must exit the park at that time, so please plan your ride accordingly.

Proof of Negative Coggins is required.

These trails or portions of them may be closed temporarily on days when Reserve staff is conducting prescribed burns.

The Reserve is closed to equestrian use during weekends of special hunts each fall.

The trails are located in a wilderness area.
Please take water, a compass and a map when utilizing them.

Pets

Pets are welcome in the reserve and on the trails. Pets are not permitted in any primitive camping sites (horses are permitted for camping but only in the horse camping area). Pets must be kept on a six-foot handheld leash. Pet owners must pick up after their pets and properly dispose of all pet droppings in trash receptacles. Florida law requires that pets be vaccinated against rabies. Any pet that is noisy, dangerous, intimidating or destructive will not be allowed to remain in the park. Non-furbearing pets, such as reptiles, birds, or fish must be confined or under the physical control of the owner. Some animals may be prohibited on park property.

Primitive camping

PRIMITIVE HORSE CAMPING
Fees are dependent upon the ratio of campers to horses, so please call the Ranger Station at Wekiwa Springs State Park at (407) 884-2008 for exact fee information.

Reservations are required and can be made no more than 60 days in advance. Call (407) 884-2008 to make reservations. An accurate count of campers and horses is required for all reservations. All reservations made by phone can be held with a Visa, Master Card, Discover, or American Express, or if paying by check, it must be received no later than 10 days from the date the reservations are made.

At least one member of the camping party must be 18 years of age. Pack in all food, water and firewood and pack out all trash. A bathhouse/restroom facility is available for campers. Ground grills are provided and fires are only permitted in these grills. Tents are permitted and must be pitched in designated camping areas only. The collection of fire wood is prohibited.

RV and trailer parking are on a first-come first-serve basis. Horse stalls and corrals are also on a "first come, first served" basis. Posts for tethers are available, but temporary fencing of any kind is not permitted. Non-potable water is available for the horses and there are troughs in several locations.

Proof of negative Coggins must be carried at all times.

CANOE CAMPING
There are two primitive canoe campsites in Rock Springs Run State Reserve accessible only by canoe or kayak.

Indian Mound and Buffalo Tram are two beatiful campsites located on Rock Springs Run. Travel to either site can begin from any livery along the Wekiva River or inside Wekiwa Springs State Park. Please refer to the canoe travel times located in the Canoeing & Kayaking section on the Wekiwa Springs State Park Activities page and this Canoe Map for location information.

These campsites are primitive. Both sites have fire rings and can accommodate up to ten people each. Pets are not permitted at these campsites. Rates are $4.00 per person, per night plus tax. Reservations for these sites are required and can be made no more than 60 days in advance. Call (407) 884-2008 to make reservations.

Campers are required to be at the primitive camp site at least two hours before park closing to be permitted to camp. Campers have no vehicle access to these sites.

Canoes and kayaks can be rented inside Wekiwa Springs State Park or at other liveries along Rock Springs Run and the Wekiva River. You can even plan trips to include other canoe sites located in Wekiwa Springs State Park (see that park's website for more information). Further information on overnight canoe or kayak rentals, shuttles, or guided trips can be obtained at Nature Adventures or by calling (407) 884-4311.

Wildlife Viewing

The Florida black bear, Florida scrub jay, sandhill crane, indigo snake, gopher tortoise and a variety of more common species often are seen throughout the Reserve.