Park Rules & FAQs

No, while purchasing tickets, your entire party must be together in line. Tickets will not be sold to those parties not together. No exceptions!

No, you will not be permitted to purchase tickets for those guests who have not yet arrived.

Please have your form of payment ready, this will help to ensure that the line moves quickly. Tickets are not refundable after purchase.

Once the park is full, tickets will no longer be sold.

Weeki Wachee Springs management and aquatic safety staff reserve the right to close any attraction due to inclement weather, including the Mermaid Show, Wildlife Show, River Cruise, and the Water Park. This is for the safety of our guests and performers. Return tickets and refunds will not be issued due to inclement weather. Please be aware of this policy before entering the park.

The doors for the Mermaid Shows and the Ranger Experience will open 30 minutes prior to show time. Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once the theater is at capacity, the doors will close.

Upon entering the park, if you go over the bridge, you will find all our shows, including the Mermaid Show, The Ranger Experience, and The Wilderness River Cruise. We ask that all our guests wear a shirt and shoes while on the show park side. The water park area is to the right, where you will find the lockers, tube rentals, sun and fun.

Our Wilderness River Cruise ride is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Your entire party must be present to enter the boarding zone. Please be patient and wait for your turn.

Water slides will close at 4:30 pm and swimming will close at 5 pm.

Those guests who are planning to enjoy the water slides must comply with the following rules. Swimming attire with buckles, rivets, or any sharp objects may not be worn on the water slides. Denim shorts are not permitted on the water slides. Life jackets, masks, goggles, and all electronic devices such as GoPros and smartphones will also not be permitted on the water slides.

Tubes and rafts are not permitted inside the park, but child floats and noodles are allowed. Tubes rented from the concessionaire can be used on the lazy river ride.

Buccaneer Bay operates seasonally; therefore, all water park attractions may not be available.

No, pets are not permitted into the park.

No, smoking is not permitted within the park or queue line.

Motorized toys or vessels, bicycles, and scooters are not permitted inside the park. Party balloons, streamers, and confetti are environmental hazards and are not permitted inside the park.

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park is a family-friendly state park, and all our guests are required to wear appropriate swimsuits.

All coolers entering the park must be 45qts or smaller. No exceptions.

No, glass and alcohol are not permitted inside the park for the safety of all guests.

No, grilling is not permitted inside the park.

Only 10×10 pop up tents are permitted in the grass areas.

No, personal speaker devices are not allowed inside the park. We provide music for your enjoyment.