Overflowing with beautiful locations, Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville-Weeki Wachee welcomes you to experience the Sunshine State’s best water-based activities. Reel in the fun of a fantastic Florida fishing trip, go canoeing and kayaking in unspoiled waterways, savor a scalloping excursion along the Gulf of America, or watch gentle manatees drift in scenic springs and lazy rivers.
Paddling is one of our signature adventures on Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville-Weeki Wachee. Follow miles of popular canoeing and kayaking trails for an experience of Florida’s natural beauty that you won’t soon forget! Enjoy a great day on the water by renting from one of our kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard rentals, or launch your own vessel at a local park with canoe/kayak ramps. For a guided experience, explore with Get-up-and-Go Weeki Wachee, offering crystal clear kayaks and tours of the marsh at the mouth of the Weeki Wachee River.
Coastal paddling offers stunning views and a peaceful way to experience Florida’s natural coastline. Launch a kayak or canoe and discover the Bayport-Linda Pedersen Paddling Trail, a marked route connecting Bayport Park and Linda Pedersen Park on Florida’s Adventure Coast. At 1.7 miles one-way, go with the tide for an easy paddle or make it round-tip journey at 3.4 miles. Advanced paddlers can extend the trip to a full 4.8 miles by exploring the 1.4 mile Redfish Bayou Trail. Both Bayport Park and Linda Pedersen Park offer dedicated kayak and canoe launches, parking, restrooms, picnic areas and other amenities.
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Paddling to your next adventure on Florida’s Adventure Coast
Follow miles of popular canoeing and kayaking trails for an experience of Florida’s natural beauty that you won’t soon forget!
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Plan your Summer Escape to Florida’s Adventure Coast
When summer arrives on Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville–Weeki Wachee, it brings more than just sunshine—it opens the door to authentic Florida adventures that are equal parts wild, relaxing, and one-of-a-kind.
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Honeymoon Bliss on Florida’s Adventure Coast
From country estates and barns to coastal views and Weeki Wachee Springs, there’s no shortage of beautiful places to say “I Do.” But the romance doesn’t stop at the altar! Whether you’re looking for a quiet, peaceful retreat or an
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Watch for Manatees on Florida’s Adventure Coast
Manatees wander Florida’s waterways throughout the year, but November through April is officially known as Manatee Season in the sunshine state. As the Gulf of America waters cool in the winter months, these warm-blooded mammals will move further inshore in
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Relax and Reconnect with Nature on the Bayport – Linda Pedersen Paddling Trail
Some of the best places to paddle in Florida are the quietest - places where you can imagine what this beautiful state may have looked like long, long ago, before it even had the name ‘Land of Flowers.’
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A Parent’s Guide to Weeki Wachee: Tips, Tickets, and What to Expect
Planning a family trip to Weeki Wachee Springs State Park? Get helpful tips on tickets, what to bring, mermaid shows, Buccaneer Bay and more.
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Solo Travel on Florida’s Adventure Coast
Solo travel offers a unique kind of freedom to those who wish to discover connection, inspiration and adventure on your own terms. It allows you to explore at your own pace, follow your interests, and embrace experiences that feel meaningful
PADDLING ON FLORIDA’S ADVENTURE COAST, BROOKSVILLE-WEEKI WACHEE
SCENIC PADDLING
Further inland, scenic paddling with plenty of opportunities for wildlife sightings can be enjoyed on the Withlacoochee River, a waterway Hernando de Soto traversed during his expeditions in the region in 1539. Recognized as a Florida Outstanding Waterway, the north-flowing river begins in the wetlands of the Green Swamp and charts a course largely through parks and natural areas.
There are plenty of ways to access the stunning waterway, including Lake Townsen Regional Park and the Silver Lake Recreation Area in the Withlacoochee State Forest.