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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Press Pause: Find Your Soft Reset on Florida’s Adventure Coast
Sometimes life asks for a pause. Not a hard stop, not a major change—just a gentle shift, a “soft reset” to clear the mind, recharge the spirit, and reconnect with what matters most. On Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville - Weeki
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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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Family Summer Adventures on Florida’s Adventure Coast
Florida's Adventure Coast, Brooksville – Weeki Wachee has something for everyone in your family group, whether you're looking for adventure, relaxation or both! From mermaids to motorsports, this part of Florida offers fun for all ages, located within 80 miles
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Find Adventure and Natural Beauty at these Five Preserves on Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville – Weeki Wachee – Hernando Beach
Noted as being ‘environmentally sensitive lands,’ preserves offer some of the richest biodiversity and beautiful landscapes in Hernando County. Enjoy a natural escape with family and friends, whether by walking, hiking, cycling or even horseback riding. Although they all make
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Romantic Adventures – Date Ideas for Couples on Florida’s Adventure Coast
A vacation on Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville - Weeki Wachee - Hernando Beach offers an escape to crystal-clear springs, charming historic sites, and amazing sunsets to enjoy with your loved one. Here you are sure to discover a peaceful getaway
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Festive Fun under the Sun: Celebrate the Holidays on Florida’s Adventure Coast
Looking to experience the warmth of the holiday season, both in your heart and the outdoors? Look no further than Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville - Weeki Wachee - Hernando Beach, where comfortable temperatures make it a perfect time to get
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.