The 45-acre resort offers campsites, RV hookups and amenities that include a large heated swimming pool, picnic tables and easy assess to fishing, hiking and other activities
. Weeki Wachee Springs State Park is just a 15-minute drive from this rustic setting.
Why is Weeki Wachee closed?
WEEKI WACHEE — Shut down for a year
due to COVID-19
, the mermaids are swimming again as the Weeki Wachee Springs State Park reopened this week. But safety precautions and some limits were put in place to protect park visitors and staff.
Does Weeki Wachee have RV camping?
Is Weeki Wachee open during Covid?
WEEKI WACHEE —
Closed for months due to COVID-19 and construction work, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park is open, though with some safety rules in place
. Operating hours are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily.
Is the mermaid show at Weeki Wachee open?
Open daily from 9am to 5:30pm, 365 days a year
! Activities at the waterpark are seasonal. Visit Buccaneer Bay for dates and hours of operation.
Does Weeki Wachee have alligators?
Are there alligators in the Weeki Wachee River?
Yes, but don't expect to see them
. They are there, but prefer to stay in the marsh areas where guests do not paddle.
What is the clearest river in Florida?
The Blackwater River
is unmodified by dams and reservoirs. Winding through rural areas and conservation land, the river is considered one of the cleanest rivers in the nation.
What is Weeki Wachee called now?
Weeki Wachee ceases to exist – at least as a city. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation on Tuesday that abolishes the municipality. It will now become part of
unincorporated Hernando County
, which will now absorb the city's assets and liabilities.
Is alcohol allowed at Weeki Wachee?
However, you can bring food/drink into the park, and use the picnic areas located on the water park side (Buccaneer Bay). No cooking/grilling is permitted.
Alcohol and glassware are NOT permitted anywhere in the park
. There is a concessionaire who sells food inside the park.
How early should I get to Weeki Wachee?
Although it is impossible to predict visitation on any given day, we recommend arriving
before the park opens at 9 AM on the weekdays, and sooner on the weekends
. As a reminder, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park does not offer online ticket sales, or reservations for space inside the park.
How much does it cost to go to Weeki Wachee?
Admission costs
$13 for adults and $8 for kids ages 6-12
; Buccaneer Bay admission is included in the price of admission. Canoe and kayak rentals cost extra. Weeki Wachee Springs State Park is also home to Buccaneer Bay, a spring-fed water park with flume rides, kiddie pool area, beaches and sand volleyball.
What is Weeki Wachee famous for?
Welcome to Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
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.
How cold is the water at Weeki Wachee?
The water temperature is a steady
72–74 °F (22–23 °C)
year-round.
Do I need a reservation for Weeki Wachee?
Reservations are required
. Visitors at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park will want to take full advantage of the dual adventure and relaxation found on the Weeki Wachee River, as well as the natural beauty around it, beside it, and within it.
Do alligators bother paddle boards?
There are tons of creatures and wildlife that can be seen while paddle boarding and Florida is a place where you can paddle alongside anything from manatees, dolphins, sharks and of course, alligators.
Alligators are members of the animal kingdom that can be pretty dangerous to be around
.
How long does it take to float down Weeki Wachee River?
It's about a 10 minute relaxing float. over a year ago. When you go into the park–look over to the left–if you like kayaking or canoeing you can rent a kayak or canoe and paddle down the Weeki-Wachee Spring River into the Gulf of Mexico. This urban adventure usually takes
less then 3 hours
and very scenic.
Are there snakes in the Weeki Wachee River?
(And yes,
there are occasional snake
and alligators.) Caution and courtesy are always a good idea. Even in the heat of summer, the Weeki Wachee River is cool and refreshing.
Are there alligators in the blackwater river?
Wildlife found nearby include white-tailed deer, turkeys and bobcats. River otters are occasionally seen but
alligators are not seen in the river
due to is cool temperatures and sandy bottom.
Is Texas or Florida cheaper to live?
Not only is
Texas 8% cheaper than Florida overall
, but housing, utilities and groceries all cost significantly less in the Lone Star State. (Utility costs in the two states are about equal.) Overall, living in Texas is more affordable than living in Florida.
Why is blackwater river Black?
A blackwater river is typically a slow-moving waterway flowing through forests, swamps, or wetlands.
As vegetation decays, tannins seep into the ground water or drain into lakes and streams, making a transparent, acidic water that is darkly stained, resembling black tea
.
Where is witchy Wachee?
The marvelous world of Weeki Wachee Springs is located in
Spring Hill, Florida, at the intersection of S.R. 50 and Hwy. 19
. We are 45 minutes north of Tampa and 2 hours west of Orlando.
