Year Founded
1962
The community of Wedgefield, originally planned in 1962 as a sprawling 20,000-acre development named Rocket City intended for NASA employees, evolved into a quiet rural-suburban enclave after the local space-industry boom shifted focus. Economically and culturally rooted in its large-acreage residential estates and equestrian lifestyle, it provides an escape from high-density urban areas while retaining a tight-knit community culture. The community’s primary municipal and recreational focal point is the Wedgefield Golf Club, which acts as the neighborhood’s social anchor. Strategically positioned on the eastern edge of Orange County, the area sits approximately 19 miles from Orlando International Airport (MCO) and 34 miles from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), offering accessible regional commuting options. Residents enjoy a convenient coastal connection to Cocoa Beach, which is located just 44 miles to the east via State Road 528. Popular things to do and local recreational activities include playing championship golf, riding horses along local neighborhood trails, bird watching, and attending seasonal events at the community clubhouse.
Top Attractions
Wedgefield Golf Club
Golf Courses
Wedgefield Golf Club
Public Parks
Hal Scott Regional Preserve and Park, Wedgefield Park
Attraction Details
Wedgefield Golf Club features an 18-hole championship course winding through natural cypress wetlands. Hal Scott Regional Preserve spans over 9,000 adjacent acres along the Econlockhatchee River, offering extensive multi-use trails, primitive camping, and wildlife viewing. Wedgefield Park provides localized recreation with a playground, pavilions, and open green sports spaces.