Conozca THE OTHER ORLANDO ...What do when you've Done Disney and Universal

cool 72 degree water. Canoe down the Wekiva River and see the sights and sounds nature has to offer. Hike down one of the trails or have an overnight adventure in the campground. Leave your cell phones behind, escape traffic and relax in your state park. If you do plan to camp with us please take necessary precautions dealing with wildlife. We do have a population of Florida Black Bears and they can become a nuisance if their behavior is interrupted by humans.

We recommend while planning your visit to arrive early on the weekends and holidays because we do close the park once we have reached our carrying capacity.

We look forward to serving you and your family.

Wekiwa Springs State Park is approximately 20 minutes North of Orlando and approximately 45 minutes North of the attractions. It is easily located off Interstate 4 at exit 94. Take State Road 434 West to Wekiwa Springs Road. Turn right on Wekiwa Springs Rd. and travel approximately 4 miles to the park entrance which will be on the right. Please call the park if additional directions are needed.

History and Culture

Forty-two million gallons of crystal clear water flow each day from Wekiwa Springs into Wekiwa Springs Run. The run joins with Rock Springs Run to form the beautiful upper Wekiva River. Creeks, later called Seminoles, are the most recent Native Americans to have lived here. Wekiwa means 'spring of water' and Wekiva means 'flowing water' in the Creek language.

Historic Wekiwa

This area was known as Clay Springs until 1906, when the name was changed to Wekiwa Springs. This photo was taken shortly after the name changed and shows several structures near the Spring. The largest and most prominent structure ...