Weeki Wachee Springs State Park

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Effective Dec. 12, 2025: Due to low water levels, the Wilderness River Cruise at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park will be paused during daytime hours.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

For information about the schedule for our Mermaid Show, Ranger Experience, Wilderness Cruise and Buccaneer Bay, visit this link:

Frequently Asked Questions

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

We are unable to issue refunds or return tickets for any cancelations due to weather.

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
• 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.

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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.   Service

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. Learn

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.  Learn

Camps at Weeki Wachee

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park offers fun and exciting camps for kids, and yes, there’s one for adults, too! Learn

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! Learn

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park Scrub Restoration

A project is underway to restore the Florida scrubland habitat at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.

Experiences

Boat Tours Paddling Picnicking Swimming Weddings

Amenities

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

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park Photo Gallery

People Make the Parks

Staff Spotlight

Robyn Anderson and Timmy Murray are the recipients of the 2022 Lifesaver Award.

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!

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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