Outdoor Adventure in the Heart of Florida
Discover clear springs and limestone canyons, then return for resort comforts and memorable dining.
24 Hours | A Change of Scenery
Chase a canyon adventure and discover Florida’s natural springs.
24 Hours | A Change of Scenery
Chase a canyon adventure and discover Florida’s natural springs.
Adventure Before Check-In
- Start with an Ocala adventure. Zip line over limestone canyons, explore Horse Country on horseback or kayak the clear waters of Rainbow River .
- Settle in over elevated American pub fare. Check in, freshen up and unwind at your hotel’s closest pub, The Polo Pony or Yellow Pony Pub & Garden .
See Florida from Another Angle
- Choose your kind of breakfast. Enjoy house-made French pastries at Emma’s Patisserie or a hearty diner breakfast at Ralph’s Burger & Sandwich Shop .
- See Florida from the water. Take a glass-bottom boat ride at Silver Springs State Park for a view of the springs, wildlife and scenery.
Adventure Before Check-In
- Start with an Ocala adventure. Zip line over limestone canyons, explore Horse Country on horseback or kayak the clear waters of Rainbow River .
- Settle in over elevated American pub fare. Check in, freshen up and unwind at your hotel’s closest pub, The Polo Pony or Yellow Pony Pub & Garden .
See Florida from Another Angle
- Choose your kind of breakfast. Enjoy house-made French pastries at Emma’s Patisserie or a hearty diner breakfast at Ralph’s Burger & Sandwich Shop .
- See Florida from the water. Take a glass-bottom boat ride at Silver Springs State Park for a view of the springs, wildlife and scenery.
3 Days | Horse Country by Land & Water
Zip line over canyons, paddle clear springs and explore the trails.
3 Days | Horse Country by Land & Water
Zip line over canyons, paddle clear springs and explore the trails.
The View Before the Adventure
- Get the lay of the land. Explore WEC on foot, catch a horse show if competition is underway or shake out the travel day at the fitness center.
- Take in the view. Head upstairs to The White Willow for Asian-inspired dining and rooftop views across WEC and surrounding Horse Country.
From Canyons to Crystal Waters
- Adventure through the canyons. Zip line over limestone cliffs at The Canyons or explore its Horse Country landscape on horseback.
- Take to the springs. Paddle the nearby spring-fed waters of Silver Springs or venture farther to Devil’s Den for an underground spring adventure.
- Lean into downtime. Retreat to your hotel pool or Calluna Spa , then settle in at Stirrups Restaurant for Southern-inspired steakhouse dining.
- Choose your trail. Hike through Ocala National Forest or trade two feet for two wheels on the Santos mountain bike trails .
Take the Scenic Way Home
- Linger over brunch. Settle in at Stirrups for a leisurely final meal before one last adventure.
- Take one last wander. Explore the gardens and trails of Sholom Park before getting back on the road.
The View Before the Adventure
- Get the lay of the land. Explore WEC on foot, catch a horse show if competition is underway or shake out the travel day at the fitness center.
- Take in the view. Head upstairs to The White Willow for Asian-inspired dining and rooftop views across WEC and surrounding Horse Country.
From Canyons to Crystal Waters
- Adventure through the canyons. Zip line over limestone cliffs at The Canyons or explore its Horse Country landscape on horseback.
- Take to the springs. Paddle the nearby spring-fed waters of Silver Springs or venture farther to Devil’s Den for an underground spring adventure.
- Lean into downtime. Retreat to your hotel pool or Calluna Spa , then settle in at Stirrups Restaurant for Southern-inspired steakhouse dining.
- Choose your trail. Hike through Ocala National Forest or trade two feet for two wheels on the Santos mountain bike trails .
Take the Scenic Way Home
- Linger over brunch. Settle in at Stirrups for a leisurely final meal before one last adventure.
- Take one last wander. Explore the gardens and trails of Sholom Park before getting back on the road.
5 Days | Into Wild Florida
Go farther with kayaking, biking, wildlife and time to unwind.
5 Days | Into Wild Florida
Go farther with kayaking, biking, wildlife and time to unwind.
Celebrate the Start
- Celebrate the start of the adventure. Go big on your first night with Southern-inspired steakhouse fare at Stirrups Restaurant overlooking the Grand Arena.
- Make the morning easy. Order breakfast to your room and take your time getting ready before heading out for the first full day of adventure.
Go Wild, Then Unwind
- Go big in Ocala. Zip line over limestone canyons or explore the landscape on horseback at The Canyons .
- Get close to Wild Florida. Spot bison and wild mustangs at Paynes Prairie , meet reptiles at Gatorland or see winter manatees in Crystal River .
- Take on Santos by bike. Explore 80-plus miles of single-track mountain bike trails at Santos .
- Take one day slow. Sleep in, book a massage at Calluna Spa , relax by the pool and linger over a leisurely meal at any of WEC’s 13 dining options.
- Kayak Rainbow River. Paddle the clear waters of Rainbow Springs State Park , with time to swim and take in the scenery.
One Last Walk in the Wild
- Start with a hearty breakfast. Head to Filo’s Mexican Cantina for a satisfying start before one last adventure.
- Stop by the national forest. Take an easy hike through Ocala National Forest and linger beneath the pines before heading home.
Celebrate the Start
- Celebrate the start of the adventure. Go big on your first night with Southern-inspired steakhouse fare at Stirrups Restaurant overlooking the Grand Arena.
- Make the morning easy. Order breakfast to your room and take your time getting ready before heading out for the first full day of adventure.
Go Wild, Then Unwind
- Go big in Ocala. Zip line over limestone canyons or explore the landscape on horseback at The Canyons .
- Get close to Wild Florida. Spot bison and wild mustangs at Paynes Prairie , meet reptiles at Gatorland or see winter manatees in Crystal River .
- Take on Santos by bike. Explore 80-plus miles of single-track mountain bike trails at Santos .
- Take one day slow. Sleep in, book a massage at Calluna Spa , relax by the pool and linger over a leisurely meal at any of WEC’s 13 dining options.
- Kayak Rainbow River. Paddle the clear waters of Rainbow Springs State Park , with time to swim and take in the scenery.
One Last Walk in the Wild
- Start with a hearty breakfast. Head to Filo’s Mexican Cantina for a satisfying start before one last adventure.
- Stop by the national forest. Take an easy hike through Ocala National Forest and linger beneath the pines before heading home.

Keep the Adventure Going
Stay a little longer and discover more of Florida’s wild side, with springs, trails and outdoor adventures within reach and WEC waiting when you return.


