Wekiva Island


I wanted to share some local travel-related adventures even though our Wanderlust Wednesday linkup is not until the second Wednesday of each month. Consider this a save the date to get your travel posts ready for May 11th if you want to join Kerri, Kate, and myself.



I still can't believe it took me over 10 years of living in Central Florida before visiting Wekiva Island for the first time last year with Kate and our second in commands (that's a running joke we have not meant to be taken seriously). What a great day we had relaxing along the river. The water is cold but it's refreshing like spring water and there's a ton of amenities and activities to make it a fun day trip. Plus it's dog-friendly so you know I'm already sold.



Since our first trip to Wekiva Island we've gone back a few times to take my parents and then most recently my best friend last weekend. (recaps here and here).









If you're looking for a fun day outdoors, Wekiva Island offers canoeing/kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, volleyball, boating and swimming. Additionally there's live music (on certain days), an on-site restaurant, and cabanas for rent if you want to have your personal space. I consider this a hidden treasure of Central Florida.


18 comments

  1. I love that there is so much to do there and it's all outdoors - I'm sure once it really heats up that water will feel so refreshing!! xo, biana -BlovedBoston

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  2. I can tell, my husband and I would absolutely love this little island! And the fact that it's pet friendly is another win! What a fun day and a perfect place to make great memories!

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  3. I love Wekiva Island! It's such a fun place to relax and spend the day. I took my parents canoeing from Wekiwa Springs to Wekiva Island one day and they had such a blast! Can't wait for my next Wekiva trip! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  4. This looks like so much fun!! What a pretty place to relax at!

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  5. It looks so calming, I could definitely spend an afternoon there. How pretty!

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  6. it really is so much fun there! i always forget about it bc it's a little bit of a hike. but worth it! i have only been once (stupid) but need to go more. thanks for the reminder!

    xoxo cheshire kat

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  7. I can't believe it took us so long to finally check it out, such a beautiful spot to relax and enjoy the FL weather and activities. I definitely want to canoe or kayak to the springs next time. And LOL at the second in commands, they know it's true 0:-)
    Green Fashionista

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  8. What a fun day trip!!! And I always love a place that allows you to bring the dogs along :)

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  9. It's so crazy that this is in Central FL, seems like such a fun place to get away and enjoy the water!

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  10. It looks so beautiful and peaceful! I would love to relax there. :)

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  11. Wekiva Island looks like so much fun, and I love that it's dog friendly! It sounded like you had a blast wandering around with your friend this past weekend, and hopefully you make it back soon!

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  12. That looks like so much fun! I actually saw something about this on TV a few months and it looked beautiful!

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  13. i want to go there!! it reminds me a little of back home.

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  14. So beautiful! Love all the activities looks like so much fun! This is definitely putting me in a summer mood haha

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  15. That sign may as well say and no fun! ha! All the good things. That place looks awesome and I love that it's dog friendly. Does the dog go in the canoe???? ah! I'd love to do that with my dog.

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  16. I have never been there but it looks like such a great weekend spot!

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  17. I've never heard of this place before. SOunds wonderful!!!!! And so much to do there!

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  18. This looks like such an amazing spot! Love places like this where you can relax in the sun with friends and the pup! I love seeings hidden places like this from locals!

    xx, Caitlin
    www.wandererandwolf.com

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