Wednesday Walk on the Wild Side at Silver Springs State Park (November 18)
Sports & Recreation

Wednesday Walk on the Wild Side at Silver Springs State Park (November 18)

Wednesday, November 18, 202610:00 AM - 11:00 AM ESTSilver Springs State Park$2 park admission

Wednesday Walk on the Wild Side at Silver Springs State Park (November 18) takes place on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST, at Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, Florida. Admission: $2 park admission. Silver Springs State Park (Florida State Parks) organizes the event. It is listed as family-friendly.

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Date & Time

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST

Location

Silver Springs State Park

5656 E Silver Springs Blvd
Silver Springs, FL 34488

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Admission

$2 park admission

Organized By

Silver Springs State Park (Florida State Parks)

Parks & Recreation • Silver Springs, FL

About This Event

Silver Springs State Park hosts its Wednesday Walk on the Wild Side on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 10 to 11 a.m. Participants meet at the ticket booth area at the park, 5656 E. Silver Springs Blvd. in Silver Springs, near Ocala in Marion County, for a casual walking program led by a park ranger or park volunteer. The walk explores the park's trails and paths, combining light fitness with learning about the park. Florida State Parks says participants must be able to walk more than a mile over uneven terrain and be willing to sign the Essential Eligibility Criteria, and it recommends sturdy walking shoes, water, insect repellent and weather-appropriate clothing. The event listing shows a $2 park admission fee, and walks may be cancelled for inclement weather.

All event times are in Eastern Time (EST)

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Visit the official event website for tickets, additional details, and updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is it?

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 10 to 11 a.m.

Where is it?

Participants meet at the ticket booth area at Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488.

How much does it cost?

The Florida State Parks event listing shows a $2 park admission fee.

Is it family-friendly?

Participants must be able to walk more than a mile over uneven terrain and sign the Essential Eligibility Criteria; sturdy shoes, water and insect repellent are recommended.

Who organizes it?

Silver Springs State Park, led by a park ranger or park volunteer.

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