Located at the headwaters of the Wekiva River, the beautiful vistas within this park offer a glimpse of what Central Florida looked like when Timucuan Indians fished and hunted these lands many years ago .The park is just one hour from most central Florida attractions making it a must stop location for tourists and vacationers.
Wekiwa Springs offers visitors the opportunity to relax in a natural setting, enjoy a picnic, or take a swim in the cool spring. Canoeists and kayakers can paddle along the Wekiva River and Rock Springs Run. Thirteen miles of trails provide opportunities for hiking, bicycling, and horseback riding.
This is a very popular park on weekends with locals and tourists. To ensure entrance into the park, it is recommended people arrive early, otherwise, the parking area will be full and you may not be able to enter. Options for camping include a full facility campground and primitive camping areas. Canoe and kayak rentals are available.
Swimming is available at the park. There are also ranger programs for children who want to learn more about the natural history and habitat of the park.
The park will be undergoing some construction and renovation from early June through the end of December, 2012.
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