Wakulla Springs is internationally known as one of the largest and deepest freshwater springs in the world and the park is host to an abundance of wildlife, including White-Tailed Deer, Alligators, Suwannee River Cooters, Manatees, Wood Ducks, Anhinga, Yellow-Crowned Night Herons, other birds, and snakes. A nature trail offers a leisurely walk along the upland wooded areas of the park.
Daily guided riverboat tours provide a close encounter with wildlife and glass-bottom boat tours are offered when the water is exceptionally clear. Swimming is a popular activity during the hot summer months but the water temperature remains a constant 69 degrees year-round.
The Wakulla Springs Lodge was built in 1937 by financier Edward Ball and is open year-round. Wakulla Springs State Park and Lodge is listed on the Natural Register of Historic Places and is designated as a National Natural Landmark.
Activity Time: 1 hour or more. Shower, water fountain; walkway paved; amphibious mobility assist vehicle available at Waterfront Center. This crystal clear spring is best enjoyed in the summer when the cool 69-degree water temperature feels great.
Best viewing is on the boat tour and along the shore.
Activity Time: 1 hour or more. Natural surface, 9 miles/first few hundred yards on boardwalk accessed by wheelchair; UTAP trail characteristics; interpretation; restroom at lodge; water fountains.
Reviews & Comments
“Trail slope easy to negotiate."
“Surface comfortable to maneuver “
“Pathway unobstructed."
“Very good information along boardwalk."
“Excellent experience."
Activity Time: 30 minutes. Sloped, paved walkway to Center with interpretation.
Reviews & Comments
“Great information on this incredible spring."
Activity Time: 1 hour Departs 9:40 AM - 5 PM. Fee. Paved path to Waterfront Visitors Center; wheelchair accessible boats available upon request; manual wheelchair available.
Reviews & Comments
“Alligators, Manatees, Turtles, Ducks, Egrets, and more."
“Incredible beauty and great narration."
“Fun for the whole family."
“World-class tour."
Activity Time: 1 hour.
Paved parking in front of two pavilions located near each other; restroom nearby at entrance to springs
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“Great birding with shady trees."
The lodge, built in the 1930s is one of America’s castles. Kept much like they were when the Lodge was built, they have vintage bathrooms and closets suitable for staying a night - or a season. Each of the 27 available rooms is unique in size and layout. Don’t plan on watching television, as there are none in the rooms. The Lodge has fully ADA accessible rooms.