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    Buccaneer Bay

    Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, Weeki Wachee, FloridaSpring on Weeki Wachee SpringsPublic swimming, seasonal

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    Buccaneer Bay is a seasonal, spring-fed swimming area and water park inside Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.

    Water
    Spring, Weeki Wachee Springs
    Entry
    $13 for adults; $8 for children aged 6–12; children aged 5 and under are free.
    Swim hours
    9:00 am–5:30 pm; swimming closes at 5:00 pm and slides close at 4:30 pm.
    Facilities
    Sandy beach, water slides, lazy river, covered picnic pavilions
    Lifeguard
    Certified lifeguards are stationed throughout the area.
    Dogs
    Pets are not allowed in the swim and spring areas.
    Managed by
    Florida State Parks

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    6131 Commercial Way, Weeki Wachee, Florida 34606.

    28.5179, -82.5729

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Do not bring pets into the swim and spring areas.
    • Do not bring glass, alcohol, grills, pop-up tents or personal speakers.
    • Do not bring coolers larger than 45 quarts.
    • Use the designated swimming area.

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    Questions about Buccaneer Bay

    Can you swim at Buccaneer Bay?

    Yes. The public can swim in the natural spring water at Buccaneer Bay after paying park admission. The water attractions operate seasonally.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Buccaneer Bay?

    $13 for adults; $8 for children aged 6–12; children aged 5 and under are free.

    Are dogs allowed at Buccaneer Bay?

    Pets are not allowed in the swim and spring areas.

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