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.

This is our favorite place to walk the dogs and enjoy some stunning scenery. Quiet and peaceful…read moreand we only see a couple other people when we are there. Its like having the whole world to yourself! The river is mesmerizing to watch and if you are lucky you will see a couple dolphins playing like we did on our 1st visit. They close at sunset so don't get stuck in the park. Early is the best (coolest) option. See you soon!

This ramp is a nightmare. Don't go. It is a setup for aggravation and fights. No one is courteous…read moreand ramp is always way to full. Only one way in and out to pick up and put boats in. Not very thought out.

Parking was nice, I saw a sheriff come through and check on stuff via jet ski which was nice, it…read moredidnt seem too crowded and it's right by the Upper Deck which is crazy good and convenient. You can swim (or wade) right across.

great place to paddle board kayak and enjoy the day . make sure you have your life vest on your…read morewater craft and whistle they check other than that get there early parking fills fast by 8 am no parking during the weekend

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.

This is one of the nicest beaches on the gulf, It is a privet beach that means that people coming…read morein from the gulf (boats, Jet skis) are not permitted. this is what keeps the privet beach usable for the members. The team that maintains the beach and all areas that are connected to it Do a GREAT job maintaining the sand as well as the bathrooms and parking area, as for the guard staff i have never had a problem with them (But i am polite and non-confrontational) and that is what I get back from them, One of the Best events at the beach and is open to all is Easter Morning sunrise service put on by Sprit of Grace church every easter for over twenty years there is over 400 people that come and boats anchor just offshore to be at the service. and it is always up lifting. So, to end it is a GREAT BEACH for anyone that lives in Gulf harbors

Such a miserable experience with a guard today . My wife with a 3 yo baby boy was invited by the…read moreresident who has a permanent guest pass available. But she couldn't get in twice even with a guest pass until my wife called the friend who had to show up . And still the guard with a huge favor given, after 15 mins of bullish.., fraying nerves and telling my wife almost to fu.. off... let her in !!!! instead of just do Inga his job and duty ( at least what he was supposed to do ) . How that person assigned to be a guard in general with such a nasty, negligible , dismissive and disgusting attitude towards people . Gosh ! It's unbelievable indeed !!

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.

Do NOT drive here!!! And if you are physically disabled, avoid this park. This Pasco County Spring…read moreHill park is also known as Upper Pithlachascotoo River Preserve. And this review was written from the perspective of a lone, unarmed female who drives a Toyota SUV. In other words, take it from whence it comes... No park is worth RUINING my vehicle. Expect about 1/2 miles of pothole after pothole, broken gravel, & one crater that would truly be hazardous if a tire fell into it. No vehicle should travel this road to the county park, although there are homes & mobile homes along the drive. Truly one of the worst roads I've ever experienced! There was no one in the park upon my visit-- at least no other vehicle was parked in the designated lot. Had I screamed, NO ONE would have heard me but the animals. I did not feel safe being there alone. And NO DOGS are allowed. I didn't take many pics; I was too busy looking around to see if Freddy Krueger, Patrick Bateman, Norman Bates, Candyman, Leatherface, Ghostface, Hannibal Lecter, Michael Myers, Scarecrow, Negan, Reaper, Jason Vorhee, Chucky, & others of that ilk were following me! I highly suggest you read KEN K's review; he covered the park beautifully w/ words & pics. I also suggest you follow his bug spray recommendation. Will I return to hike this park? ONLY if I have a rugged companion & he drives us there:-) Seriously! It's just not worth it.

This is a newer preserve established in 2007 along the Pithlachascotee River and one of its…read moretributaries. There's a playground, picnic area, benches and a meeting house that's locked when not in use. There is also a garden with some labeled wildflowers in it as well as a plaque commemorating Robert J. Tietz who worked for Pasco county for more than two decades and helped establish it's land acquisition and preservation program. Signage discusses some of the wildlife and a map is posted. The preserve is good for hiking. There are a couple of looping trails off to the right (I think they go about 1.5 miles) and an elevated boardwalk trail over cypress swamp off to the left including a branch trail to a giant cypress tree. Fun area to explore if you enjoy nature. The roads to the park area in are unpaved and bumpy with some moon craters to avoid. The park is also known as the Upper Cotee Preserve. Trail map: http://www.pascocountyfl.net/DocumentCenter/View/11039