Home to one of the world’s largest and deepest freshwater springs, the sapphire water of Wakulla Springs boasts manatees, alligators and a host of diverse wildlife that can be viewed from a riverboat or the diving platform.
The park has three nature trail systems which lead through pine forests, bald cypress wetlands and hardwood hammock. The wildlife found in the forest includes white-tailed deer, wild turkey, and many other bird species, while American alligators, bass, gar, various snakes, and West Indian manatee (during the winter) populate the springs, swamps, and river.
Wakulla Spring's history stretches back thousands of years, from early Native Americans who lived in shoreline villages to filmmakers who recognized the primeval quality of the park’s swamps and wildlife as a setting for movies. Expect many photo opportunities here.
The historic lodge is an elegant remnant of old Florida, and the ancient cypress swamps made the perfect backdrop for old Hollywood movies
When
Date March 21 - 23, 2025
Time
Through the listed dates
Admission Fees
- $6 vehicle with two to eight occupants.
- $4 single-occupant vehicle.
Where
465 Wakulla Park Drive
Wakulla Springs FL 32327
Contact -
Rebecca Jansen
Contact phone number
804 615 2069
Parking Info
Lodge Parking Lot
Transportation
The park is in the Tallahassee area. Carpooling is recommended for those interested,
Food
A list of food options will be prepared by the outings leader prior to the outing date.
Schedule of Events
There are event opportunities available in the park. Any events that are planned will be announced by the Outings leader to all who are attending this outing.
NOTE alternative Lodging option
Hotel Magnuson
Gear
There will be photo opportunities for Lenses from ultra wide angle through telephotos. Tripods are allowed. Roller cases are also allowed.
There will be, depending on your choice of what to shoot, walking involved so, how much do you feel comfortable carrying?
Other Tips
It's outdoors in early spring Florida so having bug spray and sunscreen along is recommended.
Give thought to what you will need if it rains. You are not traveling all that distance to sit in a car and surf the net on your phone.
Directions
The park is virtually directly south of Tallahassee and can be reached quickest primarily using I 10 West.
Alternately if you have time and are looking for photo ops on the way, use I 10 W, Fla 27, and US 19 with your GPS for a more interesting route.