Spring Hill Florida Information

Spring Hill is located in approximately 35 miles northwest of Tampa in Hernando County. Just four miles from the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, Spring Hill is in the heart of Floridas’ Nature Coast.” This is a region of unspoiled coastline, rolling farmlands, natural springs and crystal clear rivers and streams. Hernando County is considered the northern gateway to Tampa Bay, and the Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge makes up part of the northwest boundary, and the Withlacoochee State Forest and Withlacoochee River frames the east. The lakes and rivers in the region have some of the finest bass fishing in the state, and Hernando Beach is known for its tarpon fishing. Other outdoor recreation in the area includes hiking, birding, canoeing, golf and biking on paved or wilderness trails. Spring Hill is home to Buccaneer Bay, Florida’s only waterpark that is in a completely natural setting. It features waterslides, a tube ride, bumper boats, children’s play area and a beach. Another interesting attraction in Spring Hill is the Weeki Wachee Spring “City of Mermaids” show. It has daily underwater mermaid shows, exotic bird shows, wilderness river cruises and a petting zoo. With an average temperature of 60 degrees – in January – Spring Hill makes a wonderful destination to visit any time of the year.