Hillsborough River State Park
15402 US-301, Thonotosassa, FL 33592, United States
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About This Campsite
Hillsborough River State Park
Hillsborough River State Park is a hidden gem located conveniently close to Tampa city. Known for its scenic beauty and rich wildlife, it offers a diverse range of activities from camping to kayaking. The park's well-maintained amenities are paired with expansive trails ideal for hiking enthusiasts. It's a wonderful destination for nature lovers looking for an adventure or a peaceful retreat. Here are some insights and tips for anyone planning to visit:
- Activities: The park offers a plethora of activities, including hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, and bird-watching. There's a scenic suspension bridge that's particularly popular for photography, making it a must-visit spot.
- Wildlife: Visitors can expect sightings of various wildlife including birds, alligators, squirrels, armadillos, and turtles. This adds an exciting element to the park experience for nature enthusiasts.
- Facilities: While most facilities like trails and picnic areas are well-kept, the showers and restrooms could use an update. The park's pool is currently closed, so plan accordingly if visiting during the hotter months.
- Costs and Accessibility: Entry is affordable at $6 per car, and credit cards are accepted. The park is a family-friendly place with a playground for kids. However, note that camping requires advance booking.
- Considerations: Due to occasional flooding, some parts of the park may be closed, so checking in advance can be beneficial. The heat can be intense during summer, so bringing lots of water, sunscreen, and insect repellent is advisable.
Overall Thoughts: Hillsborough River State Park is an excellent spot for a family outing or a solitary retreat. Its serene environment and variety of outdoor activities make it a top choice for local explorers and tourists alike. Just bring some essentials to tackle the weather and potential bugs, and you're set for a great experience!
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Para Un Tiempo Como Este Rosaly Guzman
07/24/2024
This is a great park for camping or just exploring for a day. Great hiking routes good signage, beautiful views. Love their suspended bridge. Good parking options , lots opportunities to see birds, alligators etc. It has a store where you can rent canoes. The park is well maintained with steady roads, ample space for picnic, play and enjoy. This is a good option when your are looking for family outings at low cost. I recommend this hidden gem.
Aerin Ellis
09/11/2024
Went on a day with a lot of flooding so most of the park was closed, but I got to drive through and do one quick trail. I really enjoyed the unspoiled nature. Simple and pristine. The rangers were doing a good job maintaining the one open trail.
Ashley D
05/18/2024
We stayed here for just under 2 weeks. This place is quiet and beautiful. The showers and the bathrooms could use an update but still work just fine. The river is beautiful and they have kayak and canoe rentals along with bicycles as well. A bit pricey for just 2 hours but still fun. The workers and volunteers here are very nice and pleasant. The washing machines here malfunction while our clothes were in it and we lost $7 and the guy who maintains them was unwilling to give us a refund so that was a bummer. The state park couldn't refund us either because they are contracted with the person who maintains the washing machines and dryers. Lots of wildlife here. We saw red Cardinals and of course the female cardinals and also lots of squirrels, armadillos and even deer. Turtles in the water. There is a playground for kids and lots of trails. This is a dog friendly park. I would definitely come back to this park but they have so many housing developments going up that it might not be as peaceful when they're done with all that. The pool is NOT open and that sucks, especially during the hot summer.
Ms Banban
07/15/2024
Amazing nature, most go and visit place. It has a beautiful suspension bridge very beautiful for photography. It has some amazing trails. You can do kayaking and fishing. Beautiful picnic spots/shelter available. Highly recommended.
K.
06/09/2024
This place, with great reviews, is super close to Tampa city They've got wildlife, fishing, hiking, biking, camping, picnicking, canoeing, and kayaking. $6 per car, and they take cards. most of the open trails cover about 6 miles. Not sure if it's the heat, but didn't run into many people. The main trails are marked on the ground or trees. Easy trials, but summer heat is intense, no breeze at all. Remember to bring plenty of water and sunscreen, and be ready for mosquitoes. Some trails get narrow with plants growing in the middle. Camping needs advance booking, and the pool is still closed for now.