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Hillsborough River State Park

 Park Information

15402 U.S. 301 North
Thonotosassa, Florida 33592

(813) 987-6771

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A side view of a bridge over the water, surrounded by trees. Photo by Jeffrey Fillmore

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Attention: "In Florida - If you don't like the weather, just wait a day..."  and that is certainly ringing true this winter season!  Effective December 2011 the parks outdoor pool will be closed during periods of cold weather (70 degrees and below - Pool Water Temperature).  These closures will help ensure the health and safety of our park visitors.  Thank you for your understanding and if you have questions about the pool, or any of the other outstanding recreational opportunities Hillsborough River State Park has to offer, please call 813-987-6771.

 Welcome to Hillsborough River State Park

Opened in 1938, Hillsborough River State Park is one of Florida's first state parks; this original CCC Park is divided by the swiftly flowing Hillsborough River with a set of Class II rapids. The river provides opportunities for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking; a canoe/kayak launch is available at parking lot #4. (Please note new concession hours of operation: Saturday, Sunday, Holidays are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Monday thru Thursday operation hours will be 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Friday operation hours 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.) This concession provides breakfast & lunch, camping & picnic supplies, and a variety of memorable souvenirs. Don't miss our Ranger led tours of Historic Fort Foster every Saturday @ 2pm and Sunday @ 11am for $2.00. Hikers can walk over seven miles of nature trials: Rapids Trail, Baynard Trail, a sub-section of the Florida Trail and the Wetlands Restoration Trail. Note: Wetlands Restoration accommodates both bicyclists and hikers only. When the weather calls for it, visitors can enjoy a refreshing swim in the park's ADA accessible swimming pool. (Swimming pool hours of operation Monday thru Friday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. and on Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm) Please contact the park for swimming pool informational updates at (813) 987-6771. The park offers full-facility camping and a youth/group tent campground. A primitive campsite is available via foot trail; reservations are always recommended.