Discover The Mermaid Tale Trail
Follow the magic of mermaids with a driving tour of public art on Florida's Adventure Coast, Brooksville - Weeki WacheeCelebrating Tales of the Mermaids on Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville – Weeki Wachee
Consisting of 36 life-size mermaid statues painted by local artists, this family-friendly scavenger hunt takes you from charming downtowns to coastal escapes, revealing colorful works of art that celebrate the magic of the Weeki Wachee Springs mermaids and the beauty that surrounds us on Florida’s Adventure Coast.
Each statue along The Mermaid Tale Trail tells a unique story, reflecting Florida’s rich culture, history, wildlife and mythical mermaids. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, you can take a scenic road trip to see them all— and even win free prizes along the way!
Win Prizes on a Mermaid Scavenger Hunt
If you’d like to reward yourself for finding different mermaid statues on the trail, you’re in luck! You can earn exclusive prizes with our Mermaid Tale Trail Passport, a treasure trove of fun for the whole family. The free passport can be sent to your phone via text or email, with no app to download.
View the Map & Itinerary
Not sure where to start? Use the Mermaid Tale Trail Passport to see which statues are closest to you, receive address locations and directions.
Win Prizes for Exploring
See which mermaid statues are closest to you, and simply check-in at a location to start earning prizes. Enjoy mermaid stickers, magnets, a postcard and more – You can even win an exclusive Mermaid Trail Coloring & Activity Book.
Show Us Your Shell-fies!
Our mermaids love taking selfies, especially with their fans! Share your photos on the trail by using #MermaidTaleTrail, and you will have a chance to be featured on our website and social media channels.
How Many Mermaids Can You Find on Florida’s Adventure Coast?
Each statute is unique and has been commissioned by different Florida artists, and you’ll find them placed at key businesses and attractions. You’ll want to visit all these works of art along The Mermaid Tale Trail!
History of The Mermaid Tale Trail
In 2023, Florida’s Adventure Coast: Brooksville – Weeki Wachee marked a special milestone—the 75th anniversary of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, home to world-famous mermaids. As part of the celebration, 26 magnificent mermaid statues were unveiled at the park, where they were displayed before moving to their spots along the trail.
All of the statues are life-sized at seven feet tall and include a face cast from one of Weeki Wachee’s popular mermaids, Kristy, who was a mermaid for seven years. Each statue was then hand-painted by local juried artists, creating a unique work of art.
This beloved artistic and cultural attraction is growing, with 10 new mer-sisters joining the ranks of the stunning statues. The trail now consists of 36 mermaid statues located throughout all of Hernando County. Mermaid statues grace streets in historic Brooksville, Hernando Beach, Spring Hill and beyond.
One special mermaid has even made her way to the Visit Florida Welcome Center on I-75 in Jennings Florida, where visitors driving south can see her before arriving to our destination!
A Celebration of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
The Mermaid Tale Trail celebrates Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, Florida’s only spring-fed water park and one of Florida’s most iconic roadside attractions. Founded in 1947, the park has been attracting mermaid enthusiasts from around the world for 75 years. Great for the whole family, you can visit a first-magnitude spring and enjoy a live mermaid show in the 400-seat submerged theater—a big improvement on the original 18-seat theater! Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and its mermaids are a key part of Florida’s Adventure Coast, and their legacy will live on for years to come. As former mermaids say, “Once a mermaid, always a mermaid.”
