Welaka Lodge & Boat Bar

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Welaka Lodge & Boat Bar

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Old Florida Hidden Gem on the St. Johns River
Home of The Boat Bar & waterfront cottages
River Life • Live Music • Food • Drinks
Plan your stay today!
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Boat Bar Hours : Fri 3-9 Sat 12-9 Sun 12-8

10/15/2026

Watch the perfect pour come together🍸
Our signature espresso martini is one you don’t want to miss!

10/14/2026

Join us at Welaka Lodge & Boat Bar this weekend for great times, refreshing drinks, and beautiful river views.

We’ll see you on the river! 🌴☀️🍻

10/11/2026

Cottage Spotlight Featuring: Osprey Point 🌴

Your own little Old Florida escape!
Enjoy a cozy cottage just steps from the St. Johns River, complete with a full kitchen, charming interiors, and a relaxing front porch!

Book your a riverfront getaway today!

📍1001 Front St., Welaka, FL

https://www.campspot.com/book/welaka-lodge-and-resort

10/09/2026

Cartoberfest 2026 was one to remember!🎃🤩

Thank you to everyone who came out, showed off their rides, supported our vendors, enjoyed the music, and spent the day with us on the St. Johns River.

A special thank you to all of our amazing vendors for being part of the event and helping make it such a great day.

We hope to see you all again soon at our little Old Florida hidden gem.

📍 Welaka Lodge & Boat Bar
1001 Front St., Welaka, FL

10/08/2026

A BIG thank you to all of our amazing vendors who helped make Cartoberfest such a fun and memorable day!

From the food and drinks to the local businesses and all the unique vendors who came out and joined us, we couldn’t have done it without you!

We’re so grateful for everyone who helped bring the Cartoberfest experience to life at Welaka Lodge & Boat Bar!🧡🎃

Until next time!☀️

10/07/2026

This weekend at Welaka Lodge & Boat Bar!🕺🏼☀️🍻

Come discover one of Old Florida’s hidden gems and make a weekend of it in Welaka. Check out the full weekend schedule and come spend some time with us at the Boat Bar!

10/06/2026

THINK YOU’VE CAUGHT THE BIGGEST GATOR ON THE ST. JOHNS RIVER?🐊

It’s time to put your sighting to the test… The Original Gator Round Up is all about that true Old Florida experience, right here in Welaka.

Think you’ve got a contender?
Bring it by Welaka Lodge & Boat Bar and see if your gator can take the title!
Let the largest gator win!

Gator MUST be verified by staff to be entered.

Now through November 1
• Champion Trophy
• Boat Bar Gift Card
• Bragging Rights & More

📍 1001 Front St., Welaka, FL

10/03/2026

A little taste of Old Florida ✨🌴

Tucked away along the St. Johns River, the Owl Roost Cottage is the perfect little getaway for slowing down, soaking up the river views, & enjoying a piece of Old Florida charm. 🌊🦉

Come see what makes Welaka Lodge & Boat Bar so special🛶☀️

Book your stay today!
https://www.welakalodge.com

10/01/2026

A fresh new menu has arrived at the Boat Bar!✨🌴🍹🌊

We’ve been working behind the scenes on some new flavors and riverfront favorites, & we can’t wait for you to try them!

Come grab a drink, enjoy some Old Florida charm, & check out what’s new at your favorite hidden gem on the St. Johns River

More details coming soon! Come hungry, stay awhile & see what’s new!🍴🌅

09/30/2026

CARTOBERFEST IS COMING THIS SATURDAY TO WELAKA!🎃

Join us Saturday, October 3rd from 1–4 PM for an afternoon on the river!🌴🌊🎃

• FREE golf cart inspections by Mad Dog Premium Carts
• Check out the carts
• Live music by Colby Coldiron
• Shop local vendors
• Help support Sugar Mill: Friends of Welaka will be collecting canned goods & non-perishables

Come enjoy some Old Florida charm, good music, local vendors & a little community fun at one of the area’s hidden gems!
Come see us on the river!

📍 Welaka Lodge & Boat Bar
1001 Front St., Welaka, FL

Address

1001 Front Street
Welaka, FL
32193

Website

http://www.welakalodge.com/

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