Exploring the Volksmarch Trail at Wekiwa Springs with Simba the Adventure Pup 🐾🌿

Hey trail friends! Ash here from Life on Paws and Wheels, and this week, Simba and I ventured into one of Central Florida’s most beautiful state parks — Wekiwa Springs — to hike the peaceful and scenic Volksmarch Trail.

This easygoing loop winds through pine flatwoods, sandhills, and wetlands, offering a quiet escape into nature just outside of Orlando. It’s the perfect trail for RV travelers looking to stretch their legs or for locals seeking a serene hike with their dog.

🗺️ Trail Overview

  • Trail Name: Volksmarch Trail
  • Location: Wekiwa Springs State Park, Apopka, FL
  • Distance: ~5.3 miles (loop)
  • Difficulty: Easy to moderate
  • Dog-Friendly: Yes – Simba was loving every sniff
The Volksmarch Trail offers a little bit of everything — tall pines, quiet sandy paths, patches of shade, and even a chance to spot deer, wild turkeys, or gopher tortoises if you’re lucky. It's a great intro to the wild beauty Florida has to offer beyond the beaches.

🐾 Simba’s Trail Highlights

✔️ Soft trails for paw comfort – easy on Simba’s feet and great for jogging or a slow stroll
✔️ Open space and natural scents – so many new smells and sounds to explore
✔️ Plenty of shaded breaks – especially helpful on warm Florida days
✔️ Peace and quiet – not too crowded, which made the experience even better for both of us

This trail gets two sandy paws up from Simba!

🧭 Tips for Hiking Volksmarch Trail

🐕 Leash required – always keep your pup close, especially near wildlife
💦 Pack water – there’s little to no water access once you're on the trail
🧴 Bug spray recommended – especially in warmer months
🌳 Start early – Florida sun gets intense, even in the shade
🗺️ Grab a map – there are several connecting trails in the park, so it's easy to wander off course

🚐 RV Travel Tip

Wekiwa Springs State Park has RV-friendly campsites with hookups, picnic tables, and bathhouses — perfect for a night or two if you're road-tripping through Central Florida. The trailhead is just a short drive (or even a bike ride) from the campground, making it super accessible.

And bonus: after your hike, cool off with a swim in the park’s natural spring-fed swimming hole — one of the clearest and most refreshing in the region!

🎥 Watch Our Hike


In this week’s video, we take you step-by-step through the Volksmarch Trail, pointing out key views, showing Simba’s favorite moments, and sharing what makes Wekiwa Springs State Park such a hidden gem for hikers and RV travelers alike.

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Why We Loved the Volksmarch Trail

✔️ Easy, peaceful nature trail – perfect for an unhurried hike
✔️ Dog-approved – Simba was all smiles and tail wags
✔️ Beautiful, natural Florida – pine forests, sandy trails, and quiet surroundings
✔️ Great spot for RVers – park, hike, relax, and repeat

Thanks for joining us on this Floridian adventure! Whether you’re passing through the Orlando area or planning a full weekend at Wekiwa Springs, the Volksmarch Trail is a fantastic way to connect with nature — and get your pup moving and sniffing.

Until next time, happy trails and wagging tails! 🐾🌲🚐
Location: Apopka, FL, USA

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