April 18, 2026
Brooksville, FL
Emmaline & Brandon
Things To Do
Located 50 miles north of Tampa in West Central Florida, Brooksville is an adventure lover’s paradise. Visitors enjoy outdoor activities like biking, hiking, and paddling scenic rivers and springs, with chances to spot manatees. The area boasts miles of paved and unpaved trails for cyclists, runners, hikers, and equestrians. Popular routes include the 46-mile Withlacoochee State Trail, accessible via the 10-mile Good Neighbor Trail starting at the 1885 Brooksville Train Depot, and off-road trails in the Croom Tract of Withlacoochee State Forest. Nearby parks include Suncoast Trail, Chinsegut Conservation Center, Fickett Hammock Preserve, and Lake Townsen Preserve. Just 20 minutes away, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park features a historic underwater theater and mermaid shows, plus paddling on the Weeki Wachee River. In town, explore shops, historic sites, the Mermaid Tale Trail, and the Brooksville Mural & Arts Tour.
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
6131 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL 34606
Buccaneer Bay Waterpark
6131 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL 34606
Located inside Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, Buccaneer Bay features two water slides into natural Weeki Wachee Springs. Thrill-seeking water slide enthusiasts will enjoy the exhilarating, fun-filled Cannonball and Pirate’s Revenge slides. These slides will make you feel a rush of excitement and have you eager to ride over and over again.
Visit Tampa Bay
Tampa, FL
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
10165 McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL 33612
Visit Hernando Beach
Hernando Beach, FL 34607
Walt Disney World
Orlando, FL
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