Beginning March 12, 2025, Wekiwa Springs State Park will implement a reservation pilot program. All day-use park guests, including annual passholders, must have a reservation for entry to the park.

Mimosa pudica grows and reveals purple blooms at Wekiwa Springs State Park on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. Visitors enjoy the refreshing 72-degree waters of Wekiwa Springs State Park on Tuesday, June ...

A buddy of mine went camping with his son this past weekend at Fort DeSoto Park in Pinellas County and was unsuccessful in persuading me to go along — it’s just too ridiculously hot for… ...

Wekiwa Springs State Park in Apopka is a fantastic place to view wildlife. The early bird gets the worm in this situation, since the deer are usually out early in the morning to forage for food.

Wekiwa Springs State Park will require day-use reservations from March 12 to Sept. 1 to reduce long lines and traffic congestion. The park entry fee will be collected online at the time of ...

Before the pandemic, park officials say they had more than 600 volunteers. Now, they're down to only 150. Park officials say they have 150 volunteers, down from 600.

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To kick things off, Wekiwa Springs State Park is a summer staple near Apopka. With swimming, snorkeling, camp grounds, and more, this natural escape will keep you and your family busy for hours.