Revisiting this park after a few years, while in the area again. Sad to see the many tree stumps,…read moreremnants of trees that didn't survive the hurricane a couple years ago. For that reason there's less shade in the park, but otherwise it is well maintained and restored as much as possible. There is the historic spring, that was once a paid attraction in the area, but now the park is totally free. Usually there is an abundance of fishes near the circular spring. We enjoy walking along the trail. There's an observation tower that gives a nice view of the area, plus seveal decks to admire the Gulf. To the right side of the entrance there's a other trail, longer and more for bicycles, that takes you along the paved road to another observation deck. As walker I prefer the other trail, more natural, better shades, and less hot than walking on asphalt. There is a butterfly garden, and a little free library as well, near the parking lot.

What an incredible park. No fee. Plenty of parking. Great trails, boardwalks and a magnificent…read moretower about four stores high. There is a spring and plenty of wildlife. We were fascinated by numerous jumping fish launching themselves out of the water over and over again. They do close a few minutes after sunset so it is difficult to watch this from the tower and get back to the car before they close for the night. A park ranger was coming out to clear people out before the sunset. Not sure this is a daily occurrence but was on the Sunday night we were there. Park is pretty clean. Trash cans are emptied. Need some more signs showing where the trails are located. When you park by the main bathroom there is nothing telling you where to go for trails. Cute butterfly garden that could use a tiny bit of care and surprisingly had no live butterflies around it. The spring has several signs around it that explain it's history and made this more interesting. Look for the female silhouette in the bottom of the spring. There is a sign that helps you see it. Numerous picnic areas. They are rolling out a new reservation system but it was down for a week. The Pinellas Trail connects right to the park and several spots had bike racks. Only thing that was frustrating was numerous visitors not following signs for "no dogs" especially in the tower where leashes get in the way on small walkways. The sign right on the boardwalk leading to the tower clearly indicates no dogs so why do you feel entitled to walk your dogs up and down the tower? Hopefully no dogs peeing through wood slats down on people below. Definitely be back to this park when in the Sponge Docks area. The beauty is so evident here... There are some sections that smell like sulfur probably due to decaying swamp material but this is nature!

What an amazing, huge park, with varied environments for a friendly nature walk with friends! We…read moresaw dozens of different species of birds including migrating ones, 3 types of woodpeckers, several types of hawks, warblers, many butterflies, a turtle, dragonflies, a rabbit, flowers galore - mostly native, native plants, bees including one stinger who unfortunately got someone in our friend group, and more, and more! We spent over 3 hours walking around, taking our time, identifying everything we saw as much as possible! The free park includes mangrove swamps, dry pine woods, forests and shrubbery so there are many opportunities to see nature enjoying time in its native natural environment! Just keep your eyes open and observe! Binoculars help sometimes! Life is good when I'm finally healthy enough to take a slow, long walk with friends. Progress! I will keep working out and eating healthy until I get all my strength and stamina back. Never give up! Never give in!

A beautiful state park to explore. We only went to do some…read moretrail walking and found it pleasant and peaceful. You can walk along a tree lined trail by a canal and from there branch off onto other loops. Beautiful Florida fora and fauna!

This park has everything!…read more I went here specifically for paddleboarding, but I noticed this park has everything! When I first turned in I went to the wrong parking lot and saw tennis courts, basketball courts, and a playground. Moving back I saw dog parks, a zip line course, and then a huge lake. I've actually done the zipline course before and enjoyed it. You can do paddleboard tours with Upper Tampa Bay Paddle Sports. I bet you can even bring your own kayak or paddleboard and go into the lake. I saw a sign at one of the dog parks that said for smaller dogs. I don't own a dog, but I imagine that owners of small dogs would appreciate that. This park seems well taken care of and it is nice to know there is a kayaking lake so close to home. I'll definitely come back!

This area of land is home to some raised shared organic community gardens and a very nice, large…read moredog park (with two pen areas), a playground, as well as tennis courts, basketball courts, and connection to local trails and a boat ramp. The park is open until dusk (as posted that the gates close then) and there is lots to the area. I went at around dusk and saw some beautiful views of the water. The park area is very clean and obviously well taken care of. Parking is free and although the driveway into the park is paved, you will most likely be parking on grass that has a dip to it. My friends and I enjoyed roaming the area and exploring what the park has to offer.

Homeless people. Not the crowd I'd want around myself or my family. Better alternatives.read more

Is so beautiful and so peaceful , clean and beautiful again , my kids love this placeread more

Cooper's Bayou Park is a smaller park. I honestly spend more time walking past this park than in…read moreit. It has a small lake with a paved trail around it. The lake has a fountain that doesn't always operate. There is also a larger grass field. The lake is pretty, but the bay that is not that far up the Ream Wilson Trail is stunning. The park does have some outdoor exercise equipment and a water fountain. It does not have a restroom. If parking is available, it can be a great place to park (it's free) and explore elsewhere. If you head south a tiny bit and cross the road following the Ream Wilson Trail, you will come to a really beautiful section of Del Oro Park and the blue trail bridge that crosses McMullen Booth. If you head north, you can walk to Safety Harbor and there are many beautiful areas along the trail. Overall, it is a nice little spot. However, I would not stop my exploration at just this park when you visit.

Happy Earth Day! Looking for a great little park to walk your pup or launch your kayak? Check out…read moreCooper's Bayou in Safety Harbor. It's small but rubs along the Bayshore trail and has good parking. You can walk all the way down to the pier and Main Street, it's about 1.2 miles. The kayak launch is small but usually pretty quiet so no jockeying with big groups to launch.

North City Park is located in Safety Harbor, just 16 minutes or 8 miles from Westchase. North City…read morePark is a hidden gem tucked away in the back of the North Bay Hills Community off 580, North Bay Hills Boulevard, Hillside Lane, and Swan Lane. We had the pleasure of attending this park for the first time via invitation to a 6 year olds birthday party! North City Park has 3 different age levels of kids playground equipment including 8 slides, 2 rock climbing walls, 3 kinds of swings, 1 large covered picnic shelter with 6 tables for parties, 1 basketball court, a multi-purpose field with 2 back stops, 2 tennis courts, 1 horseshoe pit, and surprisingly clean restrooms. North City Park has a nice walking trail that winds across the park's whopping 9 acres. There is a mini public library stand with the "take a book, leave a book" option. There is plenty of parking and lots of trees that provide patrons with plenty of shade. North City Park's facilities managed to keep over 25 5 year olds and 6 year olds entertained and moving around for over a half hour without surfing YouTube on their tablets, so I have to say the park was a success! If you're in the Safety Harbor area and looking for a nice playground, to play basketball, to play pickleball, or to play tennis, I recommend that you check out North City Park!

Lots of spider webs and the equipment is filthy but my kid loved it honestly. Be prepared to wash…read moreyour hands after you leave, lots of dirt. I saw a maintenance worker painting one of the signs , but they can't power wash the playground to clean up the all over it...our tax dollars can be spend better. Just saying.

Foley Nature Preserve in Safety Harbor is a true hidden gem and an easy five-star experience…read more Tucked away in a quiet area, it's the kind of place that instantly slows things down and lets you enjoy a more peaceful side of Florida. The trails are well maintained and easy to walk, making it perfect for a relaxing stroll. Surrounded by native plants and shady trees, it feels like a little escape from the busier spots nearby. There's just enough nature here to make it interesting without being overwhelming, and it's great for spotting birds and enjoying some quiet time. What I really appreciated was how calm and uncrowded it felt. It's not one of those packed parks it's more of a low-key spot where you can clear your head, take a walk, and just enjoy being outside. Everything was clean and well cared for, which always makes a difference. If you're in the Safety Harbor area and looking for a peaceful place to walk or unwind, Foley Nature Preserve is definitely worth checking out. Simple, relaxing, and exactly what you want in a nature spot we'll be back for sure.

Folly Farm Nature Preserve is acknowledged as containing the best native butterfly gardens in the…read morearea. Plus, there are monthly events and native plant sales on the second Saturday of the month, 9am-12pm! There is a nice long peaceful trail, a huge gnome, and even more to be discovered! What will you find? Even more, there are animals like rabbits and goats for kids to enjoy! Please check the hours for the animals since there are professional hosts to help the animals and yourself enjoy the experience. Plus, it's all 100% free thanks to the family that donated this huge property to the city, the city of Safety Harbor and the many Safety Harbor Garden Club volunteers. How do I know all this? Well, I started volunteering for the Safety Harbor Garden Club two years ago. It's a great group of folks who enjoy being outdoors, enjoy gardening, are incredibly knowledgeable, are willing to share their time, expertise and passion, and have contributed so much to this park as well as another! Life is great when you volunteer and help make a positive impact in your local community!

Less of a park and more a tiny patch of land too small to accommodate a house. If you're walking by…read moreand want to get a view of the water this is a charming little spot to do it. Nothing flashy or grand but a swampy little bit of earth. Beware, you may see a gator.

This is a cool little community park along the Hillsborough River. It's pretty small and I wouldnt2…read morego out of my way for it when there are bigtime parks in the area like Lettuce Lake, Robles, Lowry, Al Lopez, and Julian Lane in the area, but this is a chill spot with river views, a lil bridge, some sort of cement pool (spring?) and short paths to places to sit and ponder life in a nice residential area. The river runs by it and there are always reflections, water sounds, and some wildlife such as neighbors, birds, and watercraft in the area. Peaceful parking, the good kind.