Spring Hill, FL · river · best for beginners
Weeki Wachee River
A spring-fed lazy river with year-round 74°F crystal water, manatees in winter, and white sand bottoms. One of Florida's most photogenic paddles.
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Paddle Score, from live wind and water conditions
Wind
10 mph
gusting to 15 mph
Air temp
81°F
33% chance of rain
Wind, next 12 hours
mph| Hour | Wind (mph) | Gusts (mph) |
|---|---|---|
| 4p | 10 | 15 |
| 5p | 10 | 18 |
| 6p | 8 | 15 |
| 7p | 8 | 16 |
| 8p | 6 | 16 |
| 9p | 6 | 16 |
| 10p | 5 | 12 |
| 11p | 1 | 12 |
| 12a | 3 | 13 |
| 1a | 4 | 13 |
| 2a | 3 | 13 |
| 3a | 4 | 11 |
Why this score
- Wind — 10 mph — noticeable but manageable-9
- Rain — 33% chance in the next 6 hours-1
Launch notes
Launch at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park (reservations required) and float 5.5 miles to Rogers Park. One-way with the current — book the shuttle.
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- Satellite view and access roads
Check parking, put-ins, and what the banks actually look like
- Video from this water
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