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Effective Jan. 2-31, 2023: Mermaid shows are offered at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Seating is first-come, first-served. To ensure the safety of our performers, mermaid shows are subject to cancellation based on inclement weather. The Ranger Experience is offered daily at 10 a.m., noon and 2:15 p.m. The Wilderness River Cruise is offered between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Seating is first-come, first-served. We are unable to issue refunds or return tickets for any cancellations due to weather.

Buccaneer Bay Water Park: Swimming areas are open daily. The slides, lazy river and kiddie pool are closed for the season. We are unable to issue refunds or return tickets for any cancellations due to inclement weather.

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Weeki Wachee Springs State Park

Classic Florida attractions and lush natural wonder rolled into one magnificent park

Hours

9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Fees

$13 for adults, $8 for children ages 6 to 12. Ages 5 and under admitted free.

Location

6131 Commercial Way
Weeki Wachee FL 34606

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Contact Info

352-610-5660

Park Menu

  • Experiences & Amenities
  • Mermaid Roster
  • Events
  • History
  • Geology
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Welcome to Weeki Wachee Springs State Park

Step back in time and enjoy the classic mermaid show, but remember this quintessential Old Florida site is also home to the deepest freshwater cave system in the country and abundant protected wildlife.

Perhaps the best-known symbol of the yesteryear of Florida tourism, Weeki Wachee’s iconic mermaids perform in pure aquamarine water that flows from a first-magnitude spring.

Kids and adults alike can splash and play against a background of stunning blues and greens, and a kayak trip down the spring run offers an escape into the quiet of nature.

In 2007, underwater explorers discovered new passages in the spring’s cave system and confirmed Weeki Wachee as the deepest known freshwater cave system in the United States, marking another unique feature of this classic Florida destination.

Plan Your Visit

Park Manager Adam Belden
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Manager's Message

Not only is the park an iconic symbol of Florida tourism but it also showcases one of Florida’s most beautiful natural resources. As a proud member of the Florida State Park family, we are committed to preserving, interpreting and restoring these resources, while providing resource-based recreation.  
Mermaid Lydia
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Mermaid Shows

We invite you to come see our world-famous Mermaids of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park perform classic shows and underwater feats of delight.
Looking down on Buccaneer Bay from the top of the Cannonball waterslide
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Splish n' Splash at Buccaneer Bay

Buccaneer Bay is a remaining piece of Roadside America. Located inside Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, Buccaneer Bay features four tremendous water slides, two of which drop you off in natural Weeki Wachee Springs. 
Weeki Wachee Tail Mail
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Tail Mail at Weeki Wachee

The world famous Weeki Wachee Mermaids want to hear from you! In an effort to promote education, the mermaids are answering letters from all students under the age of 17. This will encourage literacy and is a great way for your child to practice their best penmanship.
Little Girls Holding Mermaid Tails
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Camps at Weeki Wachee

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park offers fun and exciting camps for kids, and yes, there’s one for adults, too!
The first group of mermaids lined up in the grass in front of the theater at Weeki Wachee.
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History of Weeki Wachee

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park is one of Florida's oldest roadside attractions! The park has been entertaining audiences since 1947!

Experiences

Boat Tours
Boat Tours
Paddling
Paddling
Picnicking
Picnicking
Swimming
Swimming
Weddings
Weddings

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Amphitheater
Amphitheater
Beach
Beach
Canoe Kayak Launch
Canoe Kayak Launch
Concession and Restaurant
Concession and Restaurant
Historic Site
Historic Site
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
Parking
Parking
Playground
Playground
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
Shower Station
Shower Station

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park Photo Gallery

Group of Mermaids
Paddling down the Weeki Wachee River
Mermaid swimming with a turtle
Paddling
A view of one of the mermaid performers from the underwater observatory.

People Make the Parks

Kathleen Kelly

Staff Spotlight

Kathleen loves the outdoors and enjoys interacting with park guests, staff and resident volunteers. The river is her favorite thing about the park.
Rita King

Volunteer Spotlight

Rita performs multiple tasks as a park volunteer. In addition to her duties as a dive volunteer, Rita conducts outreach programs as well as performs as a famed Legendary Siren!
Two mermaids swim while a woman watches from inside the theater.

Friends of Weeki Wachee State Park

The friends group was organized in 2009 by a group of passionate volunteers who wanted to protect the resources of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.

This Park is Recognized by:

National Register of Historic Places

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