Day Hike Hillsborough River State Park + Breakfast!
- Location
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Hillsborough River State Park
15402 U.S. 301 North
Thonotosassa, FL 33592
813-987-6771
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How to find us
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- Estimated attendance
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72 people attended.
Who organized?
Tampa Adventure Group (T.A.G.)
TAG Extreme Event Rating 2 of 10 - Easy (4 Miles of flat hiking)
Ready to see the real Florida outdoors? Come and get out of the city life for a day. If you have never visited this state park you are missing out. Grab your backpacks, cameras, water, snacks, and meet us out there at the trail head at 9:00AM.
Background Info:
Opened in 1938 as one of Florida´s first state parks, this park is divided by the swiftly flowing Hillsborough River. Fort Foster, a replica of an 1837 fort from the Second Seminole War, is located on the park grounds, adjacent to the river. Fort tours are offered on weekends or with a reservation. Hikers can walk over seven miles along four nature trails. The Wetlands Restoration Trail accommodates hikers. Located 12 miles north of Tampa and six miles south of Zephyrhills on U.S. 301.
What:
We will be hiking the trails in order of River Rapids, Baynard, and then the Florida Trails. The total distance is approximately 5 miles and will take from 4-5 hours depending on the groups pace. There are multiple trail routes so feel free to complete the trails with the group if time permits, or use a side trail to head back to the car. This give everyone the ability to hike around without having to be stuck on any single route.
When:
Meet at 9:00AM if your interested in breakfast meet us earlier at the restaurant near the pool for make-your-own pancakes!
Where:
We will meet at the Main Parking Area called P4 located across from the Pool and small gift shop. When you check in at the ranger station they can provide directions to the parking for the main parking area across from the pool called P4 as well as a park map.
Hillsborough River State Park Map
15402 U.S. 301 North
Thonotosassa, Florida 33592
Phone: [masked]
Who:
All are welcome. Handicap areas are available. All pets are welcome with a leash.
How Much:
This is an Economic Friendly Event! With the current economy, most of us are feeling the pressure. This is one of many events coming up to cost under $5.00.
Day Use Admission Fees
$4.00 for up to 8 people per car.
What to bring:
What should you bring?:
- $4.00 per car
- Good pair of walking shoes or boots
- Extra clothes depending on the weather
- BugSpray
- Backpack
- Water
- Snacks/lunch
- Camera
Its going to be hot please dress accordingly!
Directions:
Click here for Directions and Maps to the Park
15402 U.S. 301 North
Thonotosassa, Florida 33592
Phone: [masked]
Contact Information:
Tampa Adventure Group
1-888-3111-TAG(824)
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Who attended?
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72 attendees
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Paid TAG Member 02/10“ Totally fun walk and the temps weren't that bad, especially once we got moving. ” -
Paid TAG Member 07/09“ it was a great day with great people. wish i didnt miss the pancakes! ” -
Paid TAG Member 09/09“ Great way to start a slightly chilly Sunday morning. Great park. Nice people. ” -
Paid TAG Member 04/09“ It turned out to be a beautiful, sunny (but cool) day. I enjoyed the hike at Hillsborough River S.P. Ben McPherson ” -
Paid TAG Member 02/10“ Wow! I had a great time hiking. Although quite cool, it was a near-perfect day. It was nice meeting everyone. ” -
Aaron (+1 guest)Paid TAG Member 12/09“ We all had an awesome time on the hike. While it was kinda frosty at the beggining, by the end of the hike we were all toasty. What an enjoyable day! ” -
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Paid TAG Member 05/09“ A bit chilly but not too bad. Very pretty hike and lots of interesting people to talk to. Thanks Dave! ” -
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