The wide diversity of plant communities found in Wekiwa Springs State Park provides year-round food and protective cover for equally diverse and abundant animal populations. Each plant community provides food in the form of seeds, nuts, berries and foliage during different seasons. Deer range from the high sandhills and scrub down through the flatwoods to the hammocks and swamps. Gray fox, bobcat, raccoon, opossum and black bear range across the entire park and are not restricted to any one habitat. During the summer the popular choices are swimming and canoeing in the cool, clear waters of Wekiwa Springs, as well as camping, fishing and hiking.
Canoe rentals are available, and a concession stand provides refreshments.
Picnic areas and shelters are provided in the spring and Sand Lake areas. A playground is located in the springs' picnic area, along with a volleyball court and horseshoe pit. A museum and visitor center houses exhibits on natural and cultural history. Picnicking Picnic areas and shelters are provided in the spring area and the Sand Lake area. A playground is located in the spring's picnic area along with a volleyball court and horseshoe pit.