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Wekiwa Springs State Park
1800 Wekiwa Cir, Apopka, FL 32712, United States
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Ji
Review №1

So fun!! Camping trip with the girls and it was great! Very clean, family friendly, quiet, beautiful and highly recommended. We tent camped but most of the park was filled with RVs. Hot water in the shower lasted forever, lots of local outdoor activities. Everyone had a great time! We went up to Kings Landing for a kayak trip which was great and very scenic.

Ru
Review №2

This place of natural beauty never disappoints. The water is still crystal clear and turtles and little gators were out sunning today. We checked prices and the State Park canoe rental prices were way better than the Wekiva Island prices.Being a weekend there were tons of people so go early in the day. Weekdays are better if you have that option.

Sa
Review №3

I will begin by saying that I am so sorry to live so far from such a beautiful and wonderful place as these aunts had told me before about how beautiful this place was but I wanted to experience it for myself and my family and I were not disappointed this past weekend AND the truth when we arrived we were super astonished even though it was a rainy day we could also enjoy that crystal clear and clean water it has many arias to make barbecue to spend quality time with the family worth it I hope to return to this place again and take other friends with me to know the wonders that are in our great state of Florida I hope they can go there and enjoy it as much as I do.

Ma
Review №4

I will begin by saying that I am so sorry to live so far from such a beautiful and wonderful place as these aunts had told me before about how beautiful this place was but I wanted to experience it for myself and my family and I were not disappointed this past weekend AND the truth when we arrived we were super astonished even though it was a rainy day we could also enjoy that crystal clear and clean water it has many arias to make barbecue to spend quality time with the family worth it I hope to return to this place again and take other friends with me to know the wonders that are in our great state of Florida I hope they can go there and enjoy it as much as I do.

Mi
Review №5

I would actually give 4.5 stars if possible as the ONLY thing we did not love was how open the RV spaces are. Not a lot of privacy or tree cover where we were placed. That being said, we like camping in nature whereas other people would likely love the setup. Great place tho. Amazingly friendly and helpful staff. Very clean and well maintained campground which is HUGE. Cool springfed pool in the center of the complex that runs out to a little river then to a pond. Tiki bar on premises. Two food trucks. All in all was an amazing get away.

Gl
Review №6

Definitely recommend this place. Its so nice & peaceful. You can walk on the trail, or swim in the spring. They have different boat rentals. Picnic areas, very nice place for the entire family

Da
Review №7

Nice little campground including water and electric on site, and restroom facilities with showers decently close to the sites. Good for RV or tent camping (has shelled ground so bring matting for tent camping, a sleeping bag is not enough), was a decent size spot although sites are pretty close together with very little foliage between the sites. Springs are nice but far from the campground so be prepared to drive. The on-site concession near the spring has a few grocery items but not much, although stores arent far in case something is forgotten. This is a known black bear populated area so make sure to clean up and stay in the swimming area due to gators, it is Florida but they tend to stay out of the swimming area during the day. All in all not bad for the price.

Na
Review №8

Beautiful Park and swimming area. Also half the sites had full hookups and we were able to reserve the last one #3 online. That being said, there are some issues with cutomer service. They are not available until 5 p.m. when calling the office. Right away the sites breaker was overheating. Tried to call all afternoon and left a few messages with no response. All we could use in our trailer was the AC, which was a blessing as it was over 90 degrees. We finally got hold of them at 5 p.m. and they said we could move to another site. By then it was pouring down rain, and all the rainwater was draining through our site. The next morning we did move, and it was a much better site. It seems like some of the best sites may be saved for first come first serve, which was where they moved us. However, when we requested one more night, they said wed have to wait until 10 on our morning of departure to find out if anyone else wanted it. The Campground also does not provide a washing machine or dryer.

Br
Review №9

This place is really cool! A great place to go if your visiting or even live here. The water is freezing when you first get in but youll get used to it. I also recommend having water shoes if you dont want to touch the algae at the bottom and have goggles so you can see the little fish. The water is also about 5 and half feet deep with large rocks throughout the area. There is a shallower area if you have small children or just dont want to go to the deep part. There is no lifeguards so I wouldnt recommend jumping or diving in the water. Overall this place it really cool and a fun place to go swimming.

Ji
Review №10

Things you need/want to know.Love this campground.Camp site does not have sewer hook up, theres a dump station to empty black and grey water.M site is a 30 amp. If you need 50, check to make sure they have they have one.This site dose not have cable hook-up.There is no wifi at our site. If there is an area where you can get WiFi, Ill post it when I become aware.I have Metro PCS/T-Mobile, I have two bars only at my site. I am able to work my phones internet. In fact, Im at campsite now writing this.Camping here means I dont wait to get in the park. At least not when I got here after 4pm.I like the spring here better the other two I visited. Not that its better, I just like it more, for what ever reason.So far, staff is friendly and courteous. Read some people didnt feel the same. That might or might not be how they (the camper) presented themselves.My campsite is well shaded. It seems most are..Theres a little bit of gradient here. Not as flat as most of Florida.Restrooms are decent and kept well.

Ja
Review №11

I had a wonderful time swimming in the spring and walking the trails on my last trip there.The area is clean, beautiful, and well-maintained. Staff is very helpful and I highly recommend going for the day.

Al
Review №12

Beautiful grounds! Campsites spacious and in a great location. Park offers springs to swim, kayak and canoe rentals, hiking trails and shower/bathroom facilities.

Sw
Review №13

Very Beautiful small area for picnic, barbecue & gatherings.. U can take ur swimming suits with u n have fun in the spring water . Kayaking & other activities r also available, u will need to book in advance. Trails r on swamps . Good place for photography. Enjoy.

Ki
Review №14

Worth every penny. Beautiful ambiance and tons of fun. Only 6 bucks for parking and kayak/canoe rentals are less than 30.

Ru
Review №15

The spring head is worth the paddle upstream. DO IT. Once you start working your way down from the spring head be prepared for fallen trees in your path. Definitely gonna see some alligators so be aware. And we even got to see some turtles and an otter. Bring bug spray.

Pa
Review №16

Very Florida nature! Love paddling down the river and looking at turtles, alligators, and herons! Very peaceful

A
Review №17

Very nice experience for a bbq and swim with family. Could get crowded but overall a fun experience. You have to get there early on weekends!

Ga
Review №18

*Reviewing as a camper*Great state park! The staff was extremely helpful and informative. The campsites are great, with more space between each campsite than we’re used to. They have full hookup campsites as well as primitive sites as well. Shower/restroom facilities on the campsites are clean and we’ll kept. Showers are great with awesome pressure and hot water. Although the park is close to town, there was still plenty of wildlife to be seen, we saw turtles, gators, owls, wild turkeys, snakes.The spring is fun but does get full. The park staff did awesome keepjng it from getting too crowded during these Covid times. Kayaks, canoes and paddle boards are available for rent and in great conditions.

Bl
Review №19

Must see great place to go swimming with the kids or canoeing kayaking or stand up boarding, baby gators.

Ma
Review №20

Amazing experience. Good vibes. Beautiful water and we loved the trail ️

Ga
Review №21

Beautiful and relaxing park with amazing amenities and trails. We saw deers, a bobcat, robin, many squirrels and butterflies. Staff and people are very friendly and courteous.

Gi
Review №22

Awesome family time. Many options for different activities to do there. Besides the nature trail and canoe rentals, to me the open swimming area was the most beautiful part of the springs. The water temperature was a bit on the cold side besides the cloudy skies and light to medium rain its was enjoyable.

Ju
Review №23

We just came from here at it was amazing the water was cold but sooting and my kids really enjoyed themselves. the kayaking was also very adventurous with miles of kayaking to do and a nature sight on the trip.

Je
Review №24

Beautiful natural spring water, the hike is a bit long but it is worth it! Place is full with wild life and tall trees! Got to meet a bunch of nice local people, did not have any issue since arriving to the location and leaving! I would recommend this place to friends family or anyone who would ask me! And thanks to the people who keep the place clean and nice for us to enjoy!!

Be
Review №25

I just bought a canoe and took it down the spring for a wonderful and relaxing time. Saw lots of turtles, birds and small alligator. The water is crystal clear...lots of tropical vegetation..love this park!

Ru
Review №26

Beautiful grounds and very nice facilities. Got there late, too late for a thorough visit but got a great feel for the beauty of the place as well as all thats offered. Cant wait to go back!

Be
Review №27

Cool, refreshing water for swimming. The spring is spectacular and a little daunting. We also had a nice hike starting at the boardwalk.

Es
Review №28

My family and I have been coming here for the last five years and we never get tired of it. The vibe is always good and there’s access to kayaks/canoes from there as well.

Me
Review №29

Wekiwa Springs was so refreshing! I went on a week day after 2! I went one more time a few days later to canoe. I love the cool water and I saw so many gopher turtles on the hiking trail. Headed to Rock Springs next to do clear bottom kayaking!

Ch
Review №30

This seems to be a really nice place to bring your kids to enjoy some COLD fresh water fun. I could not stay because the water was too cold for me but thats typical of a spring. I want even thinking about that when deciding to check this place out. Aksi, It was a bit too crowded for my taste. Grounds are nicely kept and employees are nice.

a
Review №31

As another reviewer said, this park is an absolute gem! I had a wonderful hike on the 5.3 mile orange path. It was recommended to me by the friendly park ranger at the entrance. The trail led me through many ecosystems with myriad beautiful and fragrant blooms. Also saw cool insects, big mushrooms, birds, oodles of lizards and a huge wild turkey. A couple views of great tree structure made me want to pull out my art supplies. Bubbling streams were right out of a storybook. The main spring is a delightful surprise! Such a great balance between manmade and nature. Looks like a great place to camp. Note to self: leave time to canoe next trip. The parking lot is on the smallish side, so you may want to arrive early on weekends. Completely worth the entrance fee.

Da
Review №32

Amazing beautiful park with a swimming hole spring, playgrounds and wonderful river system to explore. Weather you want to just relax in the shade or go explore the natural wonders around you, you can’t go wrong here.Bring your own kayak or canoe to explore or you can rent one on site. There is so much to see and explore just around the river bend. I can’t say enough about this amazing resource in my back yard.

Fl
Review №33

This wouldve been a beautiful place had it not been laden with trash. Come on people, please pick up after yourselves! Aside from that the water was cool and relaxing from an otherwise hot day.

Er
Review №34

Its always nice to get away from orlando and visit such a beautiful part of Floridas natural beauty. Kayaks and canoes are popular here as is picnicking on the green. There is a grill that sells reasonably priced lunch items as well as grills available for guest use. Get there early, as they are usually full by 11 am on the weekend.

Br
Review №35

I love the Springs. First, the location is really great for anyone in the Orlando area. The water is very clear and fresh. A great choice if you want to avoid the crowded beaches and take a break from the heat and salty water. I always have so much fun there. The water is deep is some places, where the stairs are and mostly everywhere else you can stand in. I’m not too great of a swimmer so it’s perfect.

Ro
Review №36

Love it. Great spot for kids and adults

Ed
Review №37

Amazing time. Affordable kayaking and canoeing rentals. Great for family and couples alike.

Ra
Review №38

Very pleased with activities and general logistics. Nice and clean and people are very nice. It was our first time, but now we can easily say, well go back often.

Fr
Review №39

Beautiful park with good trails and cool spring water super convenient to Orlando

Li
Review №40

Such a great park to visit. If you visit, you must rent kayaks or canoe and paddle down the winding river. We stumbled upon this park and we absolutely enjoyed everything it had to offer from the warm spring to the wild life. We had a fun time and definitely will return. I must add we visited in January. There were not many people or insects.

Ta
Review №41

We went on a Friday around 3:30. Super lucky barely people. Can’t imagine. Weekend tho. We tried calling before hand but no one answers, says ranger station not available. I left a voicemail and no one got back to me. We drove an hour away and hoped for the best. The rentals for kayaks and canoes is open. We didn’t experience it though. The water is FREEZING be prepared mentally and also for advice wear water shoes! The floor is gross in what you step in (algae). If you have goggles take them!

Ja
Review №42

We loved it. Went there last week with some friends. Nice water to put your feet in and swim. They have $6 entrance fee and must have exact change to get in.

En
Review №43

The water was amazing! Crystal clear with a beautiful green blue tone and fishes! Great family place. Entrance is free. Only downside is you have to rent a canoe for the day until 5 PM to get to beautiful locations in the park. Very relaxing as well. You would think it would be pack and full of people but its not. its really nice and a lot of great views. The only thing is the staff there inside where you go rent tend to get a bit rude. Just make sure to go straight! if you want to turn left where the have a rope on a tree. Its nice and relaxing there too. Just be careful with some deep spots. But if you keep going straight the water gets even more clear! More beautiful!

Jo
Review №44

Nice hidden gem in Florida. Swimming in the spring, hiking on the trails or renting a kayak or canoe its outdoor fun at its best. Take a day and bring a grill cook some hotdogs and hamburgers have family memeroy for life.

Ch
Review №45

Unfortunately, we had a LOT of rowdy neighbors who paid little if any attention to the park rules. Quiet time is supposed to start at 11 but, frankly, I dont think rowdy time ever ended. All. Night. Long. on Friday night and spilling over into Saturday morning, Noon and night. I dont think they ever slept.Had this been our first visit to a Florida State Park, we might not have gone on to explore a dozen other of the Florida State Parks in the area that accommodate RVs. That would have been a shame because we have enjoyed other Florida parks in the area.If this review concerns you, try close-by Lake Louisa State Park or Lake Griffin State Park: an entirely different scene with campers who actually camp as opposed to a mob of people just looking for a place to be drunk.About a week after we stay at a Florida park, we get a survey which asks a number of questions. One of them is Did you feel safe?. The answer here is a resounding NO!. I arrived right at 3 and was set up by 4, before most of the drinkers arrived to spoil the scene. By 9PM I had basically pulled everything back in the RV for fear of it being stolen or shot at then stayed inside for the rest of the weekend.There was zero social distancing, one of the best parts (up until this visit) of camping in the first place. Sites here seemed a bit closer together than other parks but that might have been just my reaction to the scene and those spoiling it for others.I had two other bookings in the future for this park which I have canceled. There are just too many great parks in the Florida system. This is not one of them.

Do
Review №46

Today Friday almost nobody. Very quiet. After 2 days of rain a little bit muddy and some mosquitoes. Beautiful park.

se
Review №47

/As a person visiting or first timer /Suggested to go on a nonholiday when the kids are in school or during the week because it can be very limited and will not let you in(but lets face it if you have kids they would want go and the time there able to mostly go is during holidays and or weekends)Be there 1 hr if its a holidayHavent tried the food on site nor canoeing so I dont really have review for thatWater can get deep if your kid or 5 0 like my height so go close to bridge its lower or next to left side for a kiddy area right side there Is a hole were the water comes out its pretty deep and rocks are slippery in that areaBut the water looks so clear when the sun hits around 10:00am and upSo got to see mini tortoise there it was freaking cuteIt has nice amenities places to grill and plenty of trash bins the colored brown but also recycling bin to throw away stuffI love the area where its at because there are stores around a 10min drive and a couple hotels around the area but holiday Inn would be a bargain if you have a bigger family if your out of county or state and its the first time being thereThere are more hotels further but not too far and cheaperAlso its easier if you go website pay for your parking fee but if you still want pay the traditional cash I believe its $6

dy
Review №48

Definitely going to revisit! Got pay the island and didnt have to deal with many people after that. Highly recommend

El
Review №49

I loved this place. It was amazing. We saw deer and it was very peaceful. They have a trail you can walk that is wonderful.

Em
Review №50

Kayak down the river wasnt in clear waters, but was a pretty and rural route with some wildlife to enjoy. Just a little down and back trip. Swimming at the head of the springs was busy and a little chilly, but the water is really pretty.

De
Review №51

Beautiful spring hidden away. Very relaxing atmosphere. I will definitely come back

Br
Review №52

We only went to the springs this time, but we really enjoyed the experience. There was a line waiting to get in, but worth it. The restrooms were in need of some TLC, but about what I expect a state park to look like. Very beautiful scenery, and the water was lovely. Well be back for more soon!

Fr
Review №53

I personally love to go for swimming. Open water training.But I have to say in the summer its almost impossible to get in at the early am.For me I cant go that early anyway.I seem to have luck in the late afternoons.Perfect place for tri training.You can also swim in the winter the water stays a constant 72 dgr.Actually warm in the winter.

Sa
Review №54

This Spring is just a big pretty hole. No floating down river but you can rent a canoe. Long walk from parking lot down several stair cases. Its a beautiful cold clear pond

Su
Review №55

I went to see the Youth Camp inside the park, sponsored by the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs and was very impressed. The park and the camp are precious relics of old Florida. It is shaded by oaks, pines and cypress trees. There are the necessary and lawfully protected gopher tortoises, as well as pocket gophers, deer, gators and of course, many squirrels and lizards. If you like parks, walking in the woods and a peaceful, quiet setting not far from a city, be sure to visit this one!

Je
Review №56

This park is so nice ppl are great very family oriented Ill see go back to bad was only there for a day

ca
Review №57

Very fun nice water to swim in a lot of trails to hike and very well camping spots and has very good amenities

Ky
Review №58

The rangers where very nice, also the bathrooms where surprisingly clean!

Fi
Review №59

If youre a local this is a great place to visit. Come here right when it opens on summer weekends to be guaranteed a spot.If youre a tourist this is just a gas station. Sorry, this place doesnt exist.

Pe
Review №60

I love wekiva but the grassy area where I usually sit need a little care, there are patches of dirt everywhere

d
Review №61

Great for the whole family. Lots of hiking biking and boating to be had.

Ir
Review №62

We enjoy this park always have. The only thing wring is that in the picnic areas you di not have trash cans so it makes it very hard for ppl to keep the areas clean. They should provide trash cans by these areas.

Mo
Review №63

This park is an absolute nature sanctuary. It is filled with oversized trees, walking paths,wildlife and crystal clear spring water.There is a fee to get in- but it’s well worth the six dollars.The park is pet friendly, so we brought our dog Chloe. Pets just aren’t allowed near the swimming area.We did over thirty minutes of hiking on the nature trail. There were people walking, hiking and riding bikes throughout the state park.There is a gift shop and a food concession area within the grounds. We plan on going back to utilize the swimming area. It’s the perfect place to take a cool dip on a hot summer day!

Ki
Review №64

An extremely beautiful spring. I very rarely come here to swim but I love looking at the fish and soaking my feet. the trails are awesome and theres great seating and snack bar with craft beers.

Ma
Review №65

The park is nice and well maintained. The trails get a little flooded in the summer time due to the seasonal rains but are a nice glimpse of nature. Parking can get a little tight so get there early on a summer day. Lots of recreational things to do! The only reason for a 4 star is that there were lots of groups playing loud music with no one to tell them to turn it down.

Ma
Review №66

I camped at Wakiwa State Park on November 28, 2020. We were welcomed, by name, at the Ranger station (entrance). The ranger on duty was polite and informative and provided all the information I would need for a enjoyable stay.The weather was pleasant and the low reached about 65 f making the overnight in the @wildjourneys van very comfortable. There were not many bugs and the campfire was absolutely wonderful. During the evening you could hear the chirping of flying squirrels in the canopy of trees above.Bathrooms were spotless and the shower was nice and hot! I highly recommend the campground. Unfortunately the State of Florida has privatized the reservation process and first come first serve is a thing of the past. Reserveamerica.com does a nice job, although I always prefer to deal with a state ranger because they know so much about the surroundings and getting information about the park is important, to me.Check out was easy, just had to leave the rearview mirror placard in the box at the exit. Easy Peasy, highly recommended. Plan to reserve this park at least 6 months out.

Je
Review №67

Me and hubby took a day trip here, its a little over an hour away from where we live. We took our bicycles and our swim suits for the springs. The bike trails were disappointing, poor signage on what indicates if your on the actual trail or not. Next time we will not take our bikes. The springs is the only thing that made the trip worth it. Beautiful chilly water, great for a hot summers day. We spend about 2 hours in the spring and we had a great time. Best to get there early because the park fills up fast.

Je
Review №68

Absolutely beautiful clear water and a great time for your entire family

An
Review №69

Relaxing day on the kayak at the springs. Easy to navigate and friendly people, lots of parking. $6 park admission and $20 to $30 two hour canoe and kayak rentals.

El
Review №70

The young man at entrance was not very friendly. Saturday afternoon September 26. It would be nice to have friendly people when you come to welcome you. Otherwise park was nice.

Me
Review №71

The website needs to be updated. Says they are dog friendly, but then there are signs posted everywhere that your dog isnt allowed beyond this point. His luck being a single parent! Kayak can only be rented to adults and kids over 16. I went with a 13,14,15 yo and was told by the older blonde employee to make a friend over 16 to sign out the kayak. So i did just that and she was incredibly rude and did everything in her power to not rent to us. We ended up just swimming. With 1 person having to sit out to watch the dog that wasnt allowed.

D
Review №72

Weekends...Get there early, 30 minutes to an hour before they open at 8:00am. You will be waiting outside the gate along the road. They limit how many people get in. $6 for each car. We rented a kayak for 2 people $30 (a bit expensive) for 2 hours, but it was a first for us.Be prepared, it’s not exactly peaceful, considering it gets busy with people. They provided life jackets and you can bring a cooler with you as well.Overall, it was a good experience.

Es
Review №73

Always a great place for drinks and a swim on a hot summer day. Weekdays have more parking. Get there early on weekends. Great for painting events, nature watching and sport activities like corn hole and beach volleyball and fishing.

Br
Review №74

We had intentions of going to the Big Buck Camp and we had a few technicalities with our cargo. Hopeless as our situation had turned to, Ranger Cummin and her partner came to our rescue and they offered to move our bags to a local camp. I cannot thank her enough for going above and beyond just to make our Thanksgiving a memorable one. Kudos to her and her partner!

Mi
Review №75

Need to keep the nude tanners or thong bikini wears aware this is a place for small children and families, other than that great park, wheelchair accessible, clean.

Su
Review №76

This place is beautiful. You can kayak, canoe, swim, bicycle, hike and camp! Its right in the center of a residential area. But you would never know it was tucked in there. Really enjoyed it. It cost $4.00 to drive in. Would return to camp.

Ch
Review №77

Love this place. Highly recommended. Get there early as park fills up fast. Been coming here for many years. Now Im here with my son. A central Florida rite of passage.

Es
Review №78

An amazing experience. Our destination was Kelly springs but we ended up at Wekiwa Springs. I’m not going to lie, there is a lot of people there and it does get packed, so if you want to get a decent spot you should probably get there early. Although, you will not regret it. There is a place for the little ones too. Nice environment, very stress free :)

Cs
Review №79

Amazing weekend with a very nice wooded site. There is a ton to do but you have to like nature and I do.

Mi
Review №80

I had an awesome hike here. The scenery is beautiful and there was a lot of variety of trees and shrubbery and such on the path. The path I went on was about 5 miles and it was very relaxing and I would definitely recommend it. They also rent out canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, etc. and have 15 miles of river that you can kayak down. I also got to see some wild turkeys:)

Na
Review №81

Family friendly and affordable park. There are many activities to do such as hiking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, camping, etc. There’s also a place to grill/barbecue and a picnic area. This place gets busy fast and once there’s too many people, entry is no longer allowed to new visitors until some people leave and make more space so definitely arrive early

ad
Review №82

The Negative:You have to be there an hour or two before the park opens becuase once it hits compacity they turn everyone waiting away regardless of how long youve been waiting,, I attempted to get into the park 3 times before i finally made it in on the 4 visit.The the food at the concession stand is not good at all, so pack your own food..The Positive:It is very clean, the water is nice and clear plenty of places to jump in from and there is a shallow section for children to play. Be prepared the water is verry cold when you first jumping but as you get acclimated its very refreshing. Next to the swimming area they have canoe rentals or you can bring your own canoe. There are nice walking trails to change it up.Conclusion: fantastic spring highly recommend, great place to spend the day with family and friends, just make sure your there early so you dont get turned away

Ai
Review №83

Crystal clear water. Be early because line is so long. Nice place to kayak. The rock spring run has gators. Its almost 8.5 miles from Wekiva Spring to the back park of Kelly Park one way. No shuttle bus to go back to Wekiva. Bring enough water and food of course courage to paddle with gators.

Br
Review №84

Honestly a great time everyone. A little cold for some but good atmosphere is canoes on rentals and food on site

Jo
Review №85

We got to a lot of natural springs state parks and this is tied for worst. On the plus its only 6 bucks a car instead of $6 per person. On the negative, it can get crowded, the water has an odor to it, restrooms are lacking, and there are no showers or even a foot wash. On the plus, the restaurant is open with a deck to eat on and there are ample picnic spots and grills but the tables are weathered and almost all are slanted with the terrain. There are also lockers to store valuables if you bring your own lock.

Cr
Review №86

This is a beautiful hidden gem. I booked a stay at this park based on reviews I read here and we were not disappointed! We met some locals that said this was a local favorite. The sites were great. Not many parks where you can get 3 services for $30 a night. The springs were so clear and a nice cool temp! Perfect on a hot, sunny day. We even grabbed a quick bite at the cafe by the springs. Perfect setup. We will be back! For longer next time so we can hike the rest of the trails.

Ti
Review №87

Great winter swimming holes. Kayaking is wonderful immersion in nature.

Ai
Review №88

I absolutely love hiking here. It can be a 30min super scenic walk by the spring head or a 5 hour hike further into the park. There are a few bathrooms along the way too. The water is always great at the springs, super clear and crisp. They rent canoes and kayaks. They have a few picnic areas. You can also go camping in a site or even a bit more primitive if you venture out. There are just so many options for outdoor activities all 4 seasons here.

Ca
Review №89

This park is beaitiful and you can launch your kayaks for free.The swimming area is very large amd beautiful.The nature trail is pretty boring and didnt see any wildlife.There is a lot of garbage scattered around the park and trails.Also the young men that work down at the kayak launch are kinda rude and not very helpful.We told them that where you put in your entrance fee to enter from river box was open and you could just grab the envelopes of money the one guy just gave us a dirty look and acted like we were crazy.They also do not like to answer the phone,which sucks for people like us who are traveling over an hour to get here because if the park is full you cant get in.Over all it is a nice place and it beats getting in line at rock springs at 5am to get in.Oh and they have a nice little area that they have a few native species of reptiles.

Yv
Review №90

Usually have no issues at this place, with anyone. Once my fiances thong sandals were taken (oddly) but thats about the only negative occurrence there. Theyre sticking to social distancing in concession store and outside stand. Park gets full quick, be there super early, now, for the summer hours. The capacity is now cut down to 200 cars. If u get a chance, Def visit and enjoy the beauty of the state park

Ke
Review №91

Clean full-service camping sites. It would be nicer if the camping was close to the springs the camping is too full loops with lots on the inside and outside of the loop and bathroom centers in the middle of each. Really you need to drive to the springs from this campground. The spring area is large and algee filled with an area for small kids that had steps and is roped off.

Ja
Review №92

We did the kayak for 2 last weekend and it was everything we expected: wildlife at its finest, crystal clear water, and we even got to see 4 manatees while kayaking. They advised we not take our phones with us if we thought about getting in the water but ended up regretting not taking them. I would recommend bringing plenty of sunscreen, water, and snacks. The $42 double-kayak rental included the bi-hourly shuttle back to the park entrance and was worth every penny. Highly recommend this spring for a less crowded choice.

St
Review №93

Great 4.5 mile hike. We had overcast skies and a light drizzle. That made it nice. Not much shade the first mile and a half. It was a great trail though!

Ed
Review №94

This place is beautiful we are camping here in our RV it has full sewage water hookup I love it I wish all parks have the RV sewage hookup so you dont have to move and its very clean and its huge weve seen deer squirrel rabbit so quiet and peaceful

La
Review №95

Great place for hiking. Trails well maintained. Bathrooms very clean (and with toilet paper.) I was very impressed with my hiking experience.

O
Review №96

Very nice RV sites with full hookups and very reasonable prices. Park is beautiful and the water is amazing.

Ca
Review №97

Awesome experience! Canoeing was super fun and the spring was clean and great to swim.

Ro
Review №98

Excellent state park. Enjoyed sites, kayaking was gr8, got 2 C gators and turtles as I paddled thru. Water @ springs bit cool 68-70F hey got use to water temp.Park clean, hosts do a gr8 job as well as the park rangers.Publix, Walmart 10- 15 minutes. Mount Dora historical town. If your into farm house themes, decor hit Trader Maes. Bike riding through areas I enjoyed the stay greatly.Need to go thru Reserve America to reserve a spot. Some full hook ups, also available tenting spotsOverall will return in my travels.

Br
Review №99

Spent a beautiful day at the spring swimming and snorkeling. Rented a canoe and saw alligators, turtles and birds. Camping here for 2 nights, and the park rangers were pleasant during check in, and the grounds are clean with a picnic table and fire pit. Awesome trip for my family and I!

Ch
Review №100

A nice place to visit. The springs were cold but on a hot day it would be awesome. You can bring flotation devices of any kind and enjoy the springs. They have canoe rentals, hiking trails.

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  • Address:1800 Wekiwa Cir, Apopka, FL 32712, United States
  • Site:https://floridastateparks.org/park/Wekiwa-springs
  • Phone:+1 407-553-4383
Categories
  • State park
  • Park
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:9am–5pm
  • Tuesday:9am–5pm
  • Wednesday:9am–5pm
  • Thursday:9am–5pm
  • Friday:9am–5pm
  • Saturday:9am–5pm
  • Sunday:9am–5pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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