Here Are Directions From Tampa To 18082 Parakeet Rd, Weeki Wachee, Fl: Start On I-275 N - Head North On I-275 N Out Of Tampa. Merge Onto I-75 N - After About 8 Miles, Keep Left To Merge Onto I-75 N Toward Ocala. Take Exit 285 For Fl-52 - After About 30 Miles, Take Exit 285 And Head West On Fl-52. Turn Right Onto Shady Hills Rd - Continue For About 9 Miles. Turn Left Onto Hexam Rd - Follow Hexam Rd For About 3 Miles. Turn Left Onto Parakeet Rd - Your Destination, 18082 Parakeet Rd, Will Be On The Left.