This 3,950-acre park offers camping, picnicking, canoe rentals, and seasonal swimming in an ADA-accessible swimming pool. Nature trails allow visitors to wander through the hammocks which border the scenic Hillsborough River. Canoeing and freshwater fishing are also available; the Hillsborough River has one Florida's only class III rapids, and canoes are not allowed to travel up this part of the river. Also located within the park is a historic site, Fort Foster; presenting living history programs and fort tours. Full-facility and primitive campsites are offered, as well as a concession stand. Located 12 miles north of Tampa, or 6 miles south of Zephyrhills.
Location:
15402 U.S. 301 North, Thonotosassa Florida 33592
Telephone
813-987-6771
Other Florida State Parks nearby:
(Dunedin) Anclote Key State Preserve
(St Petersburg) Boyd Hill Nature Park
(Dunedin) Caladesi Island State Park
(Thonotosassa) Hillsborough River State Park
(Dunedin) Honeymoon Island State Recreation Area
(Orlando) Lake Eola Park
|
03/13 Coming to The Thonotosassa area
Florida Old Time Music Championship Dade City FL April5-6 FOTMC celebrates Old Time Music in Florida, encompassing musical styles ranging from child ballads to southern dance music of old time string bands. Contests in many old time acoustic instruments, String Band and Old Time Singing contests.
Catfish Festival Crescent City FL April5-6 Since April 1978, the Rotary Club of Crescent City has held its annual 'Catfish Festival the first Saturday of April at Crescent City's Eva Lyon's Park. This massive volunteer effort has one significant purpose: raising money for college/vocational school scholarships for the high school children in our community. After costs are paid, every dollar generated is used for scholarships.
New Smyrna Beach Balloon and Sky Fest New Smyrna Beach FL April5-7 New Smyrna Beach Balloon and Sky Fest features world class air shows .....day and night! As well as amazing live music on stage and all of the fun in the Entertainment Theater
Peace River Celtic Festival Punta Gorda FL April10 Our Festival is perpetually dedicated to the memory of David Parker, member of Elks Lodge 2606 and the founder of the Peace River Celtic Festival. David loved Celtic music, laughter, good friendship and good times! If you cherish these things as well, you'll want to be part of this special event!
Hernando County Fair and Youth Livestock Show Brooksville FL April5-13 Week long celebration of the county, entertainment, food, fair rides, livestock and agriculture competitions, demolition derby.
UCF Book Festival Orlando FL April13 The UCF Book Festival showcases 60 renowned authors, exhibitors, free book appraisals, special children’s activities and more.
|
|