The park area is pretty big and a has a great view of the bay. We visited here for a picnic for a…read morefriend's birthday and found some shade under the trees by the water. There were also some other family with their kids and surely enough space to spread out and enjoy the park. There was a porter potty on site which was nice to have in case we needed it. Bring your blanket and some snacks and enjoy watching the cruise ships come in.

This is a lovely park right by the water, across from Peter Knight Airport. There are walking paths…read morealong the waterfront as well as one that runs alongside the airport. You also get great views of downtown! During a Sunday walk, I watched a plane land and saw a few take off. Go check out this adorable park!

A beautiful park to visit especially for the kids who would love to enjoy the swings…read more There is a beautiful fountain in the park which is peaceful and have a beautiful view at the sunset. There are picnic tables also available along with restrooms. There is a paved path in the park where people can walk and enjoy the nature in park. There is a big parking lot too where it is easy to get parking spots. But there is a warning outside the park which tells everyone that park is only available for the residents.

Amberly Park is a private park for residents in the Tampa Palms area. There's a brown bulletin…read moreboard with the name of the park in big letters and another bulletin board at the entrance of the park with a list of condos. If you are a resident of the condos listed on the board, you are allowed in the park. Your vehicle must also have a sticker with a number in order to be able to park in any spot. Unfortunately, it's a private park for kids& adults. Pet friendly too. There are walking trails, picnic tables, swings, lots of trees, a pond and watch out for a 7 ft gator that likes to come out of the water and bask in the sun. When the park gets too crowded, they will ask for ID and probably ask you if you are a resident of Tampa Palms.

This narrow park runs along the Hillsborough River for just a few blocks. It's a beautiful green…read morespace to fish, to bring your dog for a run, to sit under one of the huge oak trees, or to relax on one of a few park benches. There are no amenities here other than trash cans, benches, and disposable bags to pick up after your dog. There is a sidewalk that runs the length of the park, too, and this sidewalk will connect you to Rivercrest Park if you head south on it. If you head north on the sidewalk, it will take you under the bridge at Hillsborough Avenue and connect you to the sidewalk that is on the north side of Hillsborough Ave. Just be cautious when going under the Hillsborough Bridge - that area can be a bit sketchy. It's a tiny park, but still a very pretty secluded space to hang out.

Ignacio Haya Linear Park is located in South Seminole Heights. It (almost) connects Rivercrest Park…read moreto Hillsborough Ave and runs (surprise!) in a line along the river. It's a popular place for people to sit beneath the trees and enjoy the shade and cool breezes along the river. There is a walking trail which is also suitable for kids to ride a bike on. If you're a grown-up you'll ride on the road, which is parallel to the sidewalk. There's a picnic shelter, playground, and grill located at Rivercrest Park but no restrooms. Ignacio Haya Park has no amenities other than a little dirt slope down to the river with a small sign that says "canoe launch". However, it is a nice, quiet, natural oasis in the city. There is space to park along the road. If you're biking north from downtown on Boulevard, follow Osborne, turn onto River, and use the Ignacio Haya sidewalk to go under (across) Hillsborough Ave. You'll be able to ride into "Old" Seminole Heights this way. There is a homeless presence under the Hillsborough bridge in the evenings.

A perfect place to work-out & get in those 10,000 steps…read more Imagine a beautiful view of the water on one side of the street & a beautiful view of architecture on the other side, all while exercising. That's basically what you experience here! "Bayshore Boulevard is a waterfront road on Hillsborough Bay in South Tampa, Florida. Located south of downtown Tampa, its sidewalk, at 4.5 miles long, is 10 feet wide and is the longest continuous sidewalk in the United States." The sidewalk is amazing for working out because it seems like it never stops. I love exercising here. This place can get pretty crowded if you go later in the afternoon, the earlier the better. You can also find bikes & scooters along the trail to rent. The bike cost $1+.49 /minute. They pre authorize your card for $17 but only charge you for the time you use. If you're interested in renting a bike I have a promo code you can use for a free ride. Sign up for Spin and use code PYWOHR4RZW10XV3 to get a free ride! https://spin.app Parking seems to be all over the Blvd on the other side of the street in the residential areas but I tend to park in the paid parking area because it's just easier to find a park for me. Parking is $1.50 an hour and can be paid at the kiosk or on the app, park mobile.

When living in Tampa, I was able to visit the Bayshore Trail so much more and it truly is one thing…read morethat I do miss since moving over to Pinellas. I am pretty sure my girls do as well. I always made sure that I would get there early as it can get very crowded with other patrons with their pups and the fitness lovers. The trail is a good width but adding runners, walkers, bikers, roller-bladders and those with dogs and some fisherman... you do often have to adjust to try to make everyone comfortable. My little Bears are classic small dogs that suddenly think they are Dobermans while on a leash when another dog is close so I try to be as respectful of others as much as possible, going early helps and you can beat the heat. PLUS.... the views. Oh my goodness, the views are just so beautiful and a wonderful way to welcome to day over Tampa Bay. On a good day, it is not crazy to see dolphins and I have often had them swim along the trail with you while you walk. Can't hate that. The trail does have areas where people can stop and work out, sit and there are areas that have doggie water fountains.

I stumbled upon this park while on assignment. Yet driven past this park a 1000 times…read more Quite and cleanThe grounds are mowed, but this park appears to be an afterthought for the city. Restrooms are locked, the boardwalk has broken down, and the trail is overgrown. Unofficial amenities: - Perfect for sunset photography Not a fisherman. However, this may be a good spot al, as theres pilings and a small cove here. As a sea kayaker, this could be a great place to launch. It's a primitive launch, but it's doable.

There are five wide ramps with mooring piers that make it easy to slide your boat in or out without…read moremuch hassle. Even on a busy weekend, you'll have plenty of turnaround room to handle your craft. There is plenty of parking, restrooms are available and two washdown stations next to the Coast Guard Auxiliary building. Very well-planned and convenient!

One of my go-to spots for parking when I want to walk on Bayshore! There aren't too many actual…read moreparking spots but there's some street parking too. The only issue I've run into is when there's an event happening at the Tampa Garden Club across the way. No bathrooms in the park, but it's shaded and lovely and has park benches/tables scattered around.

This park is truly a hidden gem !! One could easily pass by without much notice. It is located on…read morethe north side of Bayshore Blvd. a stones throw north of Bay to Bay. You are able to view the bay from here. This park is quite small however offers a shady spot to find some reprieve from the heat, which is what I used it for on this day. I had been on the south side of Bayshore and the sun was beating down on me at 2 in the afternoon. All the oak trees here created the perfect cool spot to recover after a run. There are a few benches, a gazebo and a fountain!! There is enough space for kids to run and play. Perfect peaceful place to read and relax. Have even seen a wedding here. Please remember there are no bathrooms or water fountains.

Had a tad bit of time for a stroll. So, popped into Rocky Creek. There is a $2 fee. After the…read morebridge, there is an option to turn right, which is a brief path that comes to halt once you reach a creek. There is an option to turn left, which opens up to a paved path. If you proceed to your right on the path (shadier portion. So, my preference :p), you'll have an opportunity to cross the road and continue the paved path, which intermittently offers densely vegetated areas on either side of you.

Great little area off of the Upper Tampa Bay Trail, with parking, drinking water, and bathrooms…read more Nice place to park and hit the trail... standard $2.00 parking fee, although you can use a yearly park pass if you have one. Lots of bird life in the area too... I have seen a lot of hawks, buzzards, and even an osprey or two. Finches and other small birds all over the place.

This lovely park features a fully equipped playground with a splash pad and fountain. The…read morebasketball court looks good as did the pavilion/shelter with picnic tables. Walking paths and a lot of smooth grass though not too much open area. The shade trees are nice as are the benches all about. [Review 15807 overall - 1386 in Florida - 1311 of 2021.]

This is a nice park with soccer field, basketball court, playground / swing area, some trees and…read morebenches. It's in a reside tial area on the less gentrified side of Seminole Heights. A dog park is across 12th street. There's also an environmental center with some flowering bushes, fire pit and a loquat tree (fruit ripe late April..) If you like walks and exploring the Florida College Park, Violet Cury Park, Purity Springs Park and nearby Suplhur Springs Park connecting under 275 to tower park are interesting places. Lettuce Lake Park is beautiful.