Hillsborough River State Park Campground
Quick Facts
72 ftPrice
$6/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
112 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
No Service
Pets
Pets Allowed
Quick Facts
72 ftPrice
$6/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
112 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
No Service
Pets
Pets Allowed
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"Overall reviews are generally positive: visitors praise the park's shady, wooded campsites, clean bathhouses, helpful staff, proximity to downtown Tampa, good hiking/biking trails, canoe/kayak access and unique Class II rapids. Glamping receives strong positive feedback. Common negative points include muddy or flood-prone sites, occasional maintenance or cleanliness issues in restrooms, site crowding or limited privacy at some sites, and amenity or trail closures."
Campground Map
Hillsborough River State Park Campground
15402 U.S. 301 North, Thonotosassa, FL 33592
Best Time to Camp at Hillsborough River State Park Campground
The park welcomes visitors year-round from 8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year. Florida's mild winters make this a perfect cold-weather camping destination, while spring and fall offer comfortable temperatures ideal for hiking and paddling. Summer brings warm days perfect for splashing in the river, though afternoon thunderstorms are common—plan morning adventures and enjoy the dramatic skies from under your pavilion.
Shade mitigates heat but Florida summers are hot/humid with storms; wet areas noted.
Cooler, drier fall is ideal for hiking and paddling; park features support enjoyment.
Temperate spring weather and active river/trail offerings make spring excellent.
Mild Florida winters make this a very pleasant season for visits.
Planning Tips
- Operating Season: Open year-round; park hours 8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year.
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