I honestly haven't been to Sims park in AGES. So when I went to go release some painted rocks to…read morethe wild, I was really amazed at how far it's come. The old play ground has been demolished and moved, and is now AMAZING with state of the art flooring and play spaces. They were putting down brand new sod yestereday, and adding new water lines to keep it alive. The large screens that were up were showing up coming events, and that was pretty dang awesome! The Shaded spots were plentiful, the covered benches were nice. And now across Orange lake, they have some pretty walk ways and seating areas too. New Port Richey city services has really done a great job making Sims Park a jewel in the city's crown.

It was ok. I mean they usually have these events and everything but I miss the Christmas one, the…read moreHalloween one etc. I had to cut off 3 stars because they are not there anymore. Hate the heat.

First time at a salt springs and it was really nice We went kayaking and it was such an amazing…read moretime.

You can hike Springs Trail that winds through pine flatwoods and oak hammocks where you can see…read moreseveral small artesian springs and sinks. On a low tide, you can enjoy the tidal waterfall, just past Salt Spring. Immerse yourself in the parks amazing history by visiting the accessible interpretive displays located throughout the park. It is a birder's paradise with several viewing stands located on the Springs and Eagle trails where you might see bald eagles, roseate spoonbills, the elusive black rail, hawks, wading birds, shorebirds and migratory songbirds galore.

I finally went to check out Robert K. Rees Memorial Park because I'd heard so many people talk…read moreabout it. I'm glad I went, but after seeing it for myself, I realized it's just not my kind of beach. The water was calm, families were happily swimming and letting their kids play, so it's clearly a place that a lot of locals enjoy. Just know that this is a natural Gulf Coast beach, so the water isn't crystal clear, and in some areas there's a soft, muddy bottom beneath the sand that you can feel as you walk. It did have its own charm in how peaceful and unhurried it felt. The boardwalk through the mangroves adds to the experience, and you might spot dolphins, manatees, stingrays, pelicans, herons, and other coastal birds. Sharks are part of the Gulf ecosystem, and although alligators are uncommon at this saltwater beach, they do occasionally wander into coastal areas from nearby freshwater habitats. Even though it wasn't the postcard-perfect beach I was looking for, I'm still glad I took the time to see it for myself.

Robert K Rees Memorial Park/beach was pretty nice. It's a nice little beach with plenty of parking,…read morea playground and a very small 0.1 mi trail. It is pretty small so we left pretty quick because we were expecting the beach to be bigger.

We love the outdoors and exploring new places. The park is still recovering from a fire, but it…read morewas still beautiful and we did see wildlife, which is always a joy. Saw a few birds, tortoise tracks, a dolphin, fish and different types of birds. The trails were easy to spot and navigate, but not recommended for someone with disabilities due to uneven and sandy trails.

We love to be outdoors. We are visiting Tarpon Springs and decided to go for a nature walk. This…read morecame up on a few different sites as being a good place to begin. I cannot tell you the amount of wildlife we saw. It was absolutely amazing. We saw Osprey and Ibis and tricolor Heron. The list goes on and on. We also saw a pair of osprey in a nest. We also saw a black vulture, a ring, neck, snake and various ducks not to mention a bald eagle juvenile. The water is beautiful. You can walk out on the dock and get a Birdseye view of the golf. They have clean bathrooms and plenty of parking. Bring your sunblock.

For as overcrowded as this beach was, it has to be one of my least favorite Florida beaches that I…read morehave visited. No parking spots were available so I had to park on the road and walk a significant amount to get to the beach. The beach was packed yet comparatively smaller than other local beaches. When you get to the beach, it is more dirt and grass than sand and the sand has a muddy, mucky consistency. The only plus is if you have kids that like to catch crabs, there's plenty of places for crabs to burrow which can be fun if that's your family's cup of tea! There is also a little playground area which can be fun for children as well.

Nasty beach, if you wanna call it that. Not only is it gross, the types of people who were there…read morewhen we were there were thugs. Cursing with kids around, shorts hanging down showing their bottoms, just gross.

I love the flat, shaded trails. There's always plenty of parking. Everyone I've met there are…read morefriendly and kind.

(This review is only for the haunted drive-through event held at the park on October 26, 2024)…read more Cons: Very long waits. Over an hour in line in the car without a bathroom in sight. Might have needed a flashing light warning for epileptics. Pros: Nice people, and good that it was done for charity (Hurricane relief). Good costumes, especially toward the end by the tree service folks. I should have got pictures of that but I was giggling and jump-scaring by then.

This is a great little park if you are looking for something quiet. As much as I love some of the…read moreother local parks, they are normally so crowded that it's hard to enjoy yourself. This one is kind of hidden and it seems like the only people who know it is there are the ones whose kids have games on the fields. The playground is small, but it's clean and shaded. The ground is mulch. There are 3 slides, quite a few swings, including baby swings, picnic tables, a nice small pond to look at, and it's fenced in. There are monkey bars and a sliding bar as well. I definitely recommend going here. My daughter is 2 and keeps herself busy. She is always so upset when it's time to go home. Lol

I have been coming to this park for the past 4 years and the kids play area was in horrible shape…read more To my surprised over the summer some renovations was done and a brand new plastic playground set was placed. It's more connected with multiple areas to play as oppose to the disjointed old metal dina-eye-sour that was here. They also added more swings as well as a joint toddler and adult swing combo which allows a parent to swing with their toddler that may be to scared to swing on their own. The trees have a canopy that provides shade but I wish these were cut back just a tad bit and a reflective overhang was placed to provide shade. In the peak of the Florida heat I'm sure the plastic will get very hot. The "rock climbing" wall is a nice addition. With so many different little nooks to explore I wish there was a water fountain placed within the play area that the little kiddos could reach to stay hydrated. Parents either have to bring their own (I always do) or drag/beg their kid to leave the play area and exit to the bathrooms where the water fountains are.

This is a nice little park with a grassy area, smallish playground, and bridge that connects to…read moreGill Dawg, Hooters, and a few other eateries and a bar with pool tables along the river. There's also a kayak (probs SUP too. ) rental place. Bathrooms. Picnic area. Nearby Green Key Park and the parks in the Trouble Creek road area are nice too. :)

VERY small area (I personally would not call it a park). Well maintained but NO wildlife or natural…read moreenvironment. Did not see ANY birds or wildlife. LOTS of cement. So if you are from a large city, don't like nature and most comfortable with concrete, cars, city noises, etc. you will like it. I did not enjoy my experience. I walked my dog past the tiny playground that looked really old. Very short trail for bikes, short grassy trail for walkers. It looked overly manicured to me like most small yards around houses in our area. My back yard is almost as big as the only small grassy area that had a few trees, but my yard has birds, butterflies, more native plants and trees, much more enjoyable. The path was mostly sunny without shade. I walked around a lot because I wanted exercise, but ten minutes could cover the entire area even walking very slow. There are benches and a bridge that are nice but I don't plan to return. To me it was a waste of my time. I love nature and long walks so this was not for me.