Hillsborough River Campground

The Great Outdoors

There's so much to do outside when you rent an RV near Hillsborough River Campground. The state park is home to Fort Foster State Historic Site, which is an authentic reproduction of an 1836 fort that was built at the same location for the Second Seminole War. You can opt to take a guided tour and even see a live re-enactment of what life was like there. This is a great jumping-off point for exploring the rest of the park. There are also several spots throughout the park where you can relax and enjoy a picnic - the on-site store even sells picnic supplies.There are many nature trails that go through the park, and whether you're looking for a gentle stroll, a place to run, or even a place to go mountain biking, you will be able to find it in the trail system. Horseback riding is even allowed on some of the trails (call ahead to learn more about policies regarding large animals). When you book an RV in Hillsborough County, you won't want to miss all of the gorgeous, lush plants that come to life in the wetlands, creating a truly magical experience.The Hillsborough River runs right next to the campground, and it is a very popular place for kayaking and canoeing. You can rent kayaks and canoes from the Hillsborough Park Poolside Cafe and Store, which is located on-site. Guided paddle tours are also offered on the second Saturday of every month. The relatively tranquil waters make this an appropriate place to kayak for people of all ability levels. Just outside of the park, you'll find Lake Thonotosassa, which is another popular place for boating of all types. If you enjoy fishing, this is one of the nearest places to the campground where you can fish for Florida's renowned bass.

Exploring The Area

Camping at Hillsborough River Campground puts visitors in proximity to Tampa. There are gas stations and grocery stores right outside the park in the Pebble Creek area, and an outlet mall is also located nearby. Pharmacies, banks, and other essentials are also close should you need them.Within Tampa itself, there are so many exciting attractions to check out. In particular, Tampa is known for being home to the Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park, both of which support a variety of unique wildlife species and offer interactive and educational programming. There are several other museums worth visiting in the area. The Museum Of Science and Industry is located just a short drive from the state park, so it's very easy to visit when you are motorhome camping there. Other popular museums include the Tampa Museum of Art, the Tampa Bay History Center, and the Henry B. Plant Museum.Additionally, Tampa has several unique theme parks you can visit, with Busch Gardens Tampa Bay being the most popular. Downtown Tampa is also very charming and is known for its Riverwalk area, which features beautiful views of Tampa Bay and the skyline. If you enjoy beer and nightlife, be sure to check out Tampa's burgeoning brewery scene. Many of them are located in Tampa Heights and Seminole Heights, which are also great neighborhoods for local food venues and independent boutiques. These neighborhoods are located just north of downtown Tampa and are relatively walkable.