Wakulla Springs

Brittni Laughlin
Jul 11
3 min read

Our Wakulla Springs Adventure: A Mix of Excitement and a Touch of Chaos!

Last weekend, Steven and I set out on a little road trip to Wakulla Springs, and let me tell you, it was quite the adventure—though not exactly the one I had in mind! I had pictured a sprawling sandy "beach" area, perfect for lounging and soaking up the sun. Instead, we found ourselves navigating a narrow, grassy riverbank (note to self: holiday weekends can be tricky!).

We had plans to hop on a boat tour, but alas! Only one of the many boats was in operation, and it was fully booked before we even set foot in the park. Spontaneity isn’t always perfection, I suppose. Just when we thought things couldn’t get any more "exciting," Steven had a little reaction to something in the water or the grass—or perhaps a sneaky critter lurking about! So, we decided to call it a day in less than an hour. We traveled further south in hopes of getting our feet in the sand for a little while before heading home. Along the way, we stumbled across a food truck with delicious seafood and covered outdoor tables, which was perfect since we still had on our swimsuits.

But Wait, There’s More!

Despite our little hiccups, the water at the springs was 69 degrees and crystal-clear —absolutely refreshing on a hot, summer day! Kids were having the time of their lives, splashing around and swimming out to the deck in the middle of the springs. Daredevils were leaping off the towering 22-foot observation platform! In this, we did not participate!

A Touch of Nostalgia

And let’s not forget about the stunning 1930s Spanish-style lodge! It’s like stepping back in time, complete with a charming gift shop and an old-fashioned soda fountain that makes you want to order a cherry soda just for the nostalgia. The walls are adorned with amazing photos from the 40s, telling stories of the past. Oh, and Tarzan's Secret Treasure (1941) and Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954) were filmed here! How cool is that?

Gimme Some Grub 🍦

We traveled about 20 miles south and ate at this cute little food truck in Crawfordville.

You have to try Hutton's Seafood & More FAVORITE
$10-$20 per person
Seafood
Outdoor seating
Adventurers, go explore the options at Wakulla Springs State Park: (We did not eat here.)

✨Soda Fountain: The Fun Zone where ice cream dreams come true! Milkshakes, Root Beer floats, hot dogs, pretzels, and other fun food served on the 70-foot counter!

✨Welcome to The Lodge: Where Your Wallet Gets a Workout - $8-$20 per person

✨ Outdoor grills and picnic tables for the brave souls who enjoy nature (and bugs)! 🐜

Snooze Spots 🛏️💤

This was a day trip for us; we did not spend the night. The Lodge at Wakulla Springs runs around $158/night. It was built in 1937 and sits right in the middle of the state park.