Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Meet a manatee up close, face-to-face, underwater without even getting wet. This Florida State Park is a showcase for Florida's native wildlife in a natural setting of woods and wetlands. Stroll along the Wildlife Walk to view black bears, foxes, river otters, cougars, bobcats, key deer and hundreds of birds.... Read More
Meet a manatee up close, face-to-face, underwater without even getting wet. This Florida State Park is a showcase for Florida's native wildlife in a natural setting of woods and wetlands. Stroll along the Wildlife Walk to view black bears, foxes, river otters, cougars, bobcats, key deer and hundreds of birds. New additions of endangered species include a Florida panther, three d Red wolves, and two Whooping cranes. Daily educational programs on manatees, alligators and Florida snakes. Pontoon boats from Visitor Center to wildlife park, weather permitting. Read Less
  • 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd. (U.S. Hwy. 19)
  • Homosassa, FL 34446
  • Phone: 352-628-5343

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Hours: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. daily. Ticket counters close at 4 p.m.

General Information
Hours: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. daily. Ticket counters close at 4 p.m.
Open Year-Round
Facility Amenities
Restaurant
Category
State Park
Zoo
Guest Information
Family Friendly
Meeting/Tour groups welcome
Average Rates*
OutdoorsAverage Rate
children age 5 and under, free$$
Children ages 6 - 12$5.00
Adults$13.00
SightseeingAverage Rate
Children 5 and under, free$$
Children ages 6 -12$5.00
Adults$13.00
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STAFF ART & CRAFT SHOW AND SALE

February 11, 2012

Hours: 9:00am - 4:00 pm

Admission: No charge for show in Visitor Center

Address: 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd. (U.S. Hwy. 19), Homosassa, FL 34446

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9:00 am to 4:00 pm - Annual exhibit and sale of arts and crafts by...

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CITRUS WATERCOLOR CLUB SHOW & SALE

Every Day From February 18, 2012 Until February 19, 2012

Hours: Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Admission: No charge, show in Visitor Center

Address: 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd. (U.S. Highway 19) Inside the Visitor Center, Homosassa, FL 34446

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9:00 am to 5:00 pm - Annual weekend exhibit and sale of the work of...

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MONTHLY BIRD WALK ON PEPPER CREEK TRAIL

February 25, 2012

Hours: 8:00 - 9:30 am

Admission: free

Address: 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd. (U.S. Hwy. 19), Homosassa, FL 34446

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Novice and experienced birders are invited to take a guided bird walk on Pepper Creek...

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HOMOSASSA HERITAGE DAY

March 10, 2012

Hours: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Admission: No charge for activities in Florida Room

Address: 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd. (U.S. Highway 19), Homosassa, FL 34446

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10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Film showings and Florida Room activities free (Regular admission applies...

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MONTHLY BIRD WALK ON PEPPER CREEK TRAIL

March 24, 2012

Hours: 8:00 - 9:30 am

Admission: free

Address: 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd. (U.S. Hwy. 19), Homosassa, FL 34446

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Novice and experienced birders are invited to take a guided bird walk on Pepper Creek...

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EASTER EGG HUNT

April 7, 2012

Admission: 5.00 per child includes park admission

Address: 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd. (U.S. Hwy. 19), Homosassa, FL 34446

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The Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park holds an annual Easter Egg Hunt for area...

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MONTHLY BIRD WALK ON PEPPER CREEK TRAIL

April 28, 2012

Hours: 8:00 - 9:30 am

Admission: free

Address: 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd. (U.S. Hwy. 19), Homosassa, FL 34446

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