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Safety Updates

Florida State Parks will follow local orders requiring facial coverings or masks to provide for staff and visitor safety. These requirements vary from area to area. Our main priority is the safety of our guests and staff. We will continue to review operations on a daily basis and make additional operational changes as may be deemed necessary for protection of public health. Please review individual park pages for specific information for each location.

View details about online payments, park and campground closures, park programs/events and facial coverings.

Restoration at the Park

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park will be restoring the area around the headspring. Retention ponds are being built to collect stormwater, which will prevent sediments and pollutants from entering the spring area. Additionally, the Thunderbolt Waterslide will be removed for safety reasons. Buccaneer Bay and some other park amenities are closed. Visitors can canoe or kayak on the Weeki Wachee River. Rental equipment will be available. When social distancing guidelines allow, mermaid shows, river boat tours and wildlife shows will be available.

Limited Visitation at this Park

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park is open for kayak launch only. Restroom availability may be limited, all other park facilities are closed. Visitors are expected to maintain distances of at least six feet apart.

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Experiences

Boat Tours
Boat Tours

Take a ride down the pristine waterway of the Weeki Wachee River on our river boat tour. Our experienced boat captains give our guests an educational experience about the river and the different types of natural wildlife that might be seen during the trip. 

Paddling
Paddling

Paddling is very popular on the Weeki Wachee River.

  • Our prices are per boat and not per person.
  • All day trips include paddles, PFDs and transportation back.
  • For more information, please call Boating in Florida at 352-597-8484 or visit their website.
Picnicking
Picnicking

Picnic tables and covered pavilions are located at Buccaneer Bay.

Reunions and Gatherings
Reunions and Gatherings

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park has been a popular destination for family reunions for many years. Family members and friends can enjoy all the park activities.

Reserve a covered pavilion and, so that you and your family can enjoy the day without worry of set-up and clean-up, call ahead to hire our catering staff to host a buffet-style picnic for all to enjoy.

  • Call for more information at 352-597-8484.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling

Snorkelers can enjoy the 72-degree spring waters of Weeki Wachee Springs at Buccaneer Bay.

Swimming
Swimming

Swim in the crystal-clear spring waters of Weeki Wachee Springs at Buccaneer Bay.

Buccanner Bay

Weddings
Weddings

The natural beauty of Weeki Wachee Springs has been the backdrop for many weddings throughout the years. The staff can help coordinate your special day including wedding locations in the park, your use of a reception hall and catering needs.

  • For more information, contact Guest Services.

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Amphitheater
Amphitheater

The park offers an outdoor amphitheater, along with stadium seating and lawn seating.

Beach
Beach

Buccaneer Bay offers guests a white sandy beach. Beach chairs are available for guests to use.

Canoe Kayak Launch
Canoe Kayak Launch

Paddling is very popular on the Weeki Wachee River.

For more information, please call Boating in Florida at 352-597-8484 or visit their website.

Concession and Restaurant
Concession and Restaurant

Food and beverages can be purchased at three locations within Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. Sandwiches and a wide variety of other food and beverages can be purchased at the on-site restaurant while ice cream cones and treats can be bought at the Ice Cream Shop with a deck overlooking the spring.

Snacks and beverages can be purchased at the seasonal restaurant at Buccaneer Bay.

Several concession areas are located throughout the park at Weeki Wachee Springs and Buccaneer Bay.

Historic Site
Historic Site
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit

The animal encounter at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park provides our guests with a first hand glimpse of some of Florida's native wildlife including gators, snakes and others.

Parking
Parking
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion

Several large picnic pavilions are located at Buccaneer Bay.

Playground
Playground

A playground is available at the park for kids to use.

Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
Shower Station
Shower Station

The Buccaneer Bay offers a shower station for visitor use.

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