What an absolutely beautiful park with stunning views! I had the pleasure of visiting here during a February weekend, and it is very clean, refreshing and peaceful. A lot of different birds to see and it's great for a walk or bike ride. We loved walking here during the Safety Harbor BDR (race) and took our time to enjoy the views. I have visited several times and every time it is gorgeous on the way in and out. Appreciate the varied places to stop, rest and take photos too. read more

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this is one of my favorite parks for taking a walk after work. You can walk all the way to downtown safety Harbor and it's very peaceful and quiet. I love seeing all the people hanging out in this park. It's such a staple in the community. read more

Philippe Park - Parks Near Me - Safety Harbor, Florida

This is one of the most beautiful parks in Florida. A must see for any visitors to the area. Plenty of areas to accommodate a party of five or fifty. There are shaded tables and grills throughout the park. Wonderful trails for walking, jogging, dog walking, or just casual strolls. Multiple playgrounds for kids. Huge old trees throughout, many draped in Spanish Moss, offer spectacular vistas to see and photograph. Multiple areas for recreation such as volleyball, baseball/softball, fishing, and canoeing. We have enjoyed this park for over 30 years and have attended multiple company functions and family gatherings. The Indian Mound is paved and offers a glimpse into the past. Informational markers all along the way. Roads are paved (and 15 mph), easily traversed by car, bike, or walking. Almost every area offers scenic views of the northern tip of Tampa Bay waters. Something new to me was a series of rocks that I first thought maybe a rock garden, but closer examination revealed a series of climbing rocks for kids. It's a great place, wonderfully maintained. Plane to spend an hour or more enjoying it, with friends or family, or alone. Peaceful.... read more

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First time visiting this park in Clearwater that I never even knew existed! This is a beautiful park lots of area to ride a bike around or hike. Also a nice walking area with stairs that lead you up to get a nice view of the bay. They do have a park, the FL sun still gets ahold of it so it does get hot to the touch. Also, it was a little difficult finding a restroom, but they do have some here. Next time I'll be taking a picture of the map before traveling to the back. So yeah, this is probably my newest favorite park locally and I will be back. read more

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One of the best park In Pinellas. We were there at the morning. I was surprised that so many people jogging and biking in the same time. This park is very active. Parking is plenty. We were invited for the bird watching trip. Our goal was the painted bunting. We were not able spot one but we enjoy the trip that we saw a lot of different birds. That includes wood packer, cardinals, sandpiper and more. Our trip is great for the nature walk. We saw several stingray at the bay. Many types of butterflies. read more

One of our favorite scenic park to take the kids. We went there mainly for the shaded coverings as it can be hot and it's nice to go to a park with plenty of shade. We went in early March and there happen to be alot of the furry caterpillars around. I believe they're called Tussock Moth. Accidental touching of the furry caterpillar will irritate the skin, but it was hard to completely avoid them as they were everywhere due to the eggs hatching on Oak trees. So I would say to my future self, avoid the park with kids, during Tussock Moth season. Other than that, it's a wonderful huge park. You can even walk along the water to hopefully catch a dolphin swimming near by. We did that as well and enjoyed the breeze by the water. It's also a park where there are plenty of photographers taking family pictures, etc. Go check it out yourself, you won't be dissappointed. read more

Great time quiet day nice relaxing I would go again ..Not much more to say 85 words is really tough

Came here for a picnic. The park is well hidden but has a boat dock, parking $3, picnic shelters and grills, and restroom buildings. Our group was very comfortable in the shade of the shelter and it was a beautiful day. Shelters need to be reserved ahead of time. The only drawback was I didn't see any beach area where I could put my feet in the water. But it was beautiful there. read more

Philippe Park - Squirrels looking for people food freak me out. - Parks Near Me - Safety Harbor, Florida

I love this area for meet friends and groups for a run. I've also completed races here as well. It's shaded and has beautiful views. You can see wildlife too. read more

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I love this park. It's beautiful! There's huge, beautiful trees, water, picnic tables, and restrooms. And it's all free! I've seen people kayaking and using (very) small boats here, so I want to remember this for my own paddle boarding adventures with my husband. The water is almost always pretty calm too so it should be a nice easy paddle. It's also dog friendly! I took my dog here and we found our way to the "mini beach" to wade in the water a little bit. There are no rinse stations for your feet though so be aware of that. I don't think it's intended to walk in much. But definitely add this to your places to go! It's beautiful. Pack water! Stay cool! read more

Beautiful, relaxing and huge. What more can I say?! We spent a Sunday evening here enjoying the fresh air and limited humidity. I like this park because there's a ton you can do- bike, fish, swim, kayak and etc. even at its busiest, it's so big, you can't tell! This is great during times when social distancing is important! read more

Pristine grounds, palm trees swaying in the breeze, scenic walking trail, waterfront views, playgrounds, ample parking, and clean restrooms. What more could you want from a free park? Philippe Park is nestled along the bay between Oldsmar and Safety Harbor. Its walking trail takes you through the entire park and onto Bayshore Drive, which leads to the Safety Harbor Pier! Typically this walk takes about two hours round trip, including a walk to the end of the pier. Occasionally you'll find bird watchers gathering around the trees where you can see huge owls. Super trendy destination for photographers capturing families and couples. You may recognize the famous stone wall and windy staircase. Overall a peaceful experience during the week, and a bit crowded during summer weekends. Perfect place to bring out-of-town guests that enjoy long walks or lazy days in the park. read more

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Nice park, bring your pup and walk along the water. Even has a few watering stations picnic areas and lots of fields for some outdoor fun.

What a joy to have this beautiful park in safety Harbor. So enjoy riding my bike though this tree draped park. A must check out! read more

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I visited here because an orginazation I belong to was having a get together. It was a bright, but chilly autumn afternoon, and the park was full of people. We had shelter #9, and the view was absolutely gorgeous. We took full advantage of the amenities the park had to offer: The picnic tables, the parking, the grills and the restrooms. Our kids had fun at the swings and in the large fields. This is an absolute treasure to the town of Safety Harbor, Fl. I'm glad I've been introduced, I'll certainly be coming back. read more

Philippe Park - Fall rock fest - Parks Near Me - Safety Harbor, Florida

Such a beautiful park. It is so peaceful and plenty of places to walk, bike, have a picnic or meditate or nap. Lots of shade to keep the sun off you as you explore the large park. There are trails to walk on or a lot of people were walking on the main road as well. There are two playgrounds, clean restrooms and lots of picnic shelters to have a family gathering or eat your lunch. There is lots of parking available, it wasn't busy when we came but I'm sure it gets busy on the weekend. Lots of people brought their dogs to walk and enjoy the scenery. Definitely loved this park and vast variety of things to see. We will be back for sure!!! read more

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Beautiful park right in the heart of Safety Harbor. Perfect place to start a Saturday or Sunday morning and walk around by old Tampa Bay and down their meandering trails. You may even see a deer or a gopher turtle Afterwords definitely check out downtown for a great place to eat like The Sandwich on Main. read more

Beautiful with lovely picnic areas along Tampa Bay. There are many picnic areas along with the beautiful places to walk or bike. read more

What a beautiful park to have fun at. I love riding my bike through there and having a blast with the kids at the playgrounds. They also have a nice little boat ramp that you can go and drop your boat off at and fish inside the bay. read more

This is a great park, one of the best in Pinellas county. The park is situated right on the harbor with beautiful views. Love all the shade provided by the oak trees through the park. Great place for a birthday party or a picnic. Kids play area is also super fun. Little sketch but fun. read more

Philippe Park - Kids play area - Parks Near Me - Safety Harbor, Florida

This park is so beautiful!!! Definitely worth a stop for a nice walk, a picnic, or just to sit and enjoy the scenery. Plenty of parking, and clean restrooms. While you're there check out the other shops and eateries in downtown Safety Harbor, such a cute and underrated area! read more

This beautiful bayside 122 acre park is located just north of the town of Safety Harbor at 2525 Philippe Pkwy. It's one of the most serene and beatific locals in all of Tampa Bay. It's on the northwest shore of Old Tampa Bay. The park is named after Count Odet Philippe, who is credited with introducing grapefruit to Florida. There's lots of picnic tables and large covered areas that would be ideal for a family reunion or any large event. There are plenty of trails and pets are allowed as long as they're on a leash. If you've never been to Philippe Park, go as soon as you can1 read more

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This park in incredible. It's got beautiful water view plenty of parking, and lots of areas to go. We have come here for family photos, throw birthday parties, dipped our feet in the water, come for ice cream, and come to play in the park. This park has something for everyone. Strongly recommend! read more

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Philippe Park is one of the nicest parks in the Tampa area. It sits on the water just outside of Safety Harbor and has beautiful views of the bay. It's unique in the fact that it's covered by old-growth oak trees which provide plenty of shady spots to spend your day. The bathrooms are well maintained (and plentiful) as are all of the picnic areas (reservation required). There is an Indian mound near the center of the park that at one time, served as the center of an Indian community. A plack near the mound states that the theory is that either the tribal leader, or the spiritual leader of the tribe had his/her residence on the top of the mound. A brisk walk up to the top of the mound will leave you breathless until you notice the gorgeous stone walled path at the rear of the mound that gently leads you back to sea level. The path feels like something out of Lord of the Rings and it's my favorite part of the park. During the weekends, the park can get crowded, but you can usually find a nice, secluded spot to relax. If you go during the week, you can have your pick of spots. There's also plenty of parking. read more

I can't believe this park exists - it's like I'm in a fairy tale! It is beyond gorgeous with Spanish moss hanging from Live Oak trees and consistent breeze from water; my favorite is the canopy roads, which is absolutely breathtaking...a great place for my homesickness because I really miss driving down Miccosukee road from my hometown,Tallahassee, which is lined with canopy trees! I see why many people come here for family pictures or to take pic. for other special occasions. It's very family oriented with a kid's playground & picnic tables scattered underneath trees. We observed a student get together where lots of hammocks were strung up between palm trees - def. one of the the best ways to spend a Sat.! The only thing I observed that needs improvement is that there weren't many trails for walkers, so we ended up on the road - wish they'll fix it soon! read more

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We first heard about this park from a vendor who did our company picnics for us one year and decided to host ours at Philippe Park and I must say that I was not disappointed. It's in the same area as Safety Harbor and there is plenty of shades, picnic shelters and activities to do around here. There are also cops driving around so you definitely feel safe. There isn't much of a walkway here so you have to walk on the road or in the grass but my fur babies didn't mind and it's such a great and relaxing place to be. I love every visit to Philippe Park and there couldn't be a more safer park that I would feel safe at. Parking can be a little hectic at the picnic shelters but for the most part, there's a lot of areas where you can park. I definitely plan to return! read more

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So fun! We parked right at the entrance and had to walk on a path that was made by other walkers along the water. Otherwise you are walking in the street. I recommend parking further into the park. We went up the steps at the end and down to the secluded water front beach area with our dog. She absolutely loved it. The views of the water are gorgeous. read more

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Best park around! So much to do and see. Beautiful trees, awesome water views, great place for photographs by the Indian mound, and a great place for exercise. Sometimes on my lunch break I go there to eat. The water therapy is amazing. There's also a boat ramp, several pavilions, and playgrounds. read more

Philippe Park is a great spot to meet up with a group of friends and spend the afternoon. We recently rented a shelter (you do have to pay and reserve in advance) for a grill out. The shelter had plenty of space and the charcoal grill was large enough to cook up burgers, hot dogs, and other items in mass quantities. The best part about Philippe Park though is that there is so much to explore, look at, and enjoy. They have some cool playground areas for the kids (including a rock wall), there are ruins, there is a fantastic view of the water that can be taken in along the length of the park, there are wooded areas that I have used to play soccer with kids, and there is the grave of the park's namesake. I have walked the entire length of this park and I still sometimes find little oddities. There is a tree that has another tree growing inside of it. It is really neat. You can also launch kayaks out into the water. The park has a historic hill and placards throughout. Overall, it is a very enjoyable park. It might not be the best for runners (although it is possible...just not great), but it is great for picnics and exploring. I love Philippe Park and I will be back again soon. read more

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Quiet country park with sanitary restrooms and wonderful waterfront along Old Tampa Bay. Ideal wedding venue but reserve early. Great for dogs and kids. Shady, giant oaks and tidal mangrove mini-beaches! read more

Tranquil, beautiful, and adventurous park! i love this park, every time I go, whether on a walk, ride or just a stop to see what is new & beautiful! The heritage of the park is something as beautiful and unique as the park! Visit, you won't regret a moment! read more

What a beautiful park. We came here after walking around downtown Safety Harbor as well as the Sunday Farmer's market. There are beautiful views here, and lots of history. There's actually a little bit of elevation here which is a nice surprise. There are areas to walk and take beautiful pics of nature, beautiful water views. Families do picnics here and have parties. There are grills and areas for that. It is also a great place to bring your pet. This is a picturesque park with so many views. Love love! read more

Very nice, clean park. Little bit of a drive from Tampa but we'll worth it. If you approach a large tree with photographers around it....it's an owl they are taking pictures of...with a baby..as of 2/8/22. Also have paddle boards you can rent. Will definitely be back!! read more

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Beautiful park!!! Great for pictures! So many beautiful scenery spots where pictures turn out so great. We've have family pictures taken a few times here and our family has had engagement photos taken here. When we were taking pictures this past weekend there were actually a few weddings going on. And it appears local photographers know the spots as well. We've also had our daughters birthday here a few times as well. Shaded park with lots of picnic shelters. You can also reserve shelters online. Highly recommend this park. This is one of Tampa's best parks. read more

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I really like this park. It's on Safety Harbor and Old Tampa Bay. There are places to walk and put in your boat as well as BBQ pits and benches. I walk along the paved sidewalk and have pictures of Bonehead Sharks swimming along the bank. Very safe although there has been a bear spotted there in the last year. Not sure where that guy came from. I feel safe walking so you should as well. read more

This is a wonderful 122 acre park for a stroll, picnic, or bike ride. If you ride to the south end, you can proceed across a pedestrian/bike bridge, in to a neighborhood, and end up in downtown Safety Harbor. The park contains a ceremonial Indian mound, built by the Tocobago Native Americans. This spot is believed to have been their capital for at least 600 years! In 1528, Panfilo de Narvaez popped by with 400 conquistadors. Four survived the harrowing expedition. In 1566, Pedro Menendez de Aviles, the founder of St Augustine, dropped in while searching for a waterway across Florida. He is reported to have brokered a truce between the Tocobago and the Culusa tribes. He founded an outpost to spread Christianity but, it was wiped out within a year and the Tocobago village was deserted. In the end, the Tocobago people were exterminated by a combination of European disease and forced slavery. In 1840, a Frenchman, Count Odet Philippe, decided to move here with his family. He was the very first European settler in what was to become Pinellas County. He left his family on the site, sailed down to Cuba to get some grapefruit, came back, and started a plantation. Reportedly, his descendants include the McMullen and Booth families. Philippe is believed to be buried in the park but nobody knows exactly where. Bottom line... It's gorgeous and serene. Please ponder the history as you walk underneath the live oaks, watch the wide variety of native butterflies flit about, and enjoy the breeze. Imagine being there in 1566 or 1840. I do, right before I go back to air conditioned comfort. read more

Beautiful park. My parents got married here and I intend to do the same!! I take my golden here to swim (there is a small beach ish area- not really mush of a beach, more like a lil' patch of sand. But anything works for Penny and I) and run around. One time dolphins actually swam up to us. This being said, be sure to take care of it (pick up dog poops, etc). read more

Philippe Park - Rare pink tongued fish! - Parks Near Me - Safety Harbor, Florida

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My personal favorite park in the Tampa Bay Area. There's so much to see and it makes for great photography session. You can capture everything from old oak trees, the open sea water, stone steps, open fields, and much more - simply beautiful! read more

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Beautiful park and so many spots to setup my hammock and enjoy this cool weather. Love going here with my puppy!!

We often meet clients at Philippe Park for photo sessions. We have never been disappointed. There are so many great areas to shoot families, couples and individuals for a photo session. Parking is plentiful and easy. There is a lot of shade. This park is wonderful b/c it provides a natural greenery back drop that looks so wonderful in photos. Plus the water views are amazing too. read more

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