New to the area and was on the hunt for a small-ish, low key park that wasn't run down. This one…read morefit the bill! There are tennis courts, basketball courts (6 hoops), a small playground for kids ages 2-5, a little bit of green space and gated football fields. Good amount of parking as well. No real trails or sidewalks though. Playground is not shaded although there are big trees on the side that are close enough to get some shade. Please note: Nothing there for really little ones to do except maybe the couple baby swings. Location is kind of away from the hustle and bustle of city life and it doesn't seem like many would even know it's there unless you live in that neighborhood. One major turn off was the fact that there were roaches on the playground. As soon as I realized they were near us (and my stroller!) I left. Not worth getting an infested car over. Other than that, it was an ok spot to spend a few minutes to get out of the house.

This is a nice park with a football field, bleachers and lights for the Lions as well as two tennis…read morecourts in good shape, a playground area, basketball court (practice fields)and some field space. A remote controlled aircraft field, Tampa Radio-controlled Aircraft Club, is up the hill via a separate road.

Did you see that gymnast from UCLA that nailed a perfect ten this week? Amazing! Lakeview Village…read morePark is like the girl who finished in fifth place of that competition of Hillsborough County Parks. Just like that fifth place finisher's routine, there were some great things about it. The duck pond halfway along the one-fourth mile circular trail, top notch. Beautiful Lily pads floating on top of the water, great shade, some nice flowers along the bank. The basketball court seemed to be in really good condition and the playground with its four different slides and swings (two for the big kids, two for the toddlers) and balance beam also drew quite a crowd. Unfortunately, when put up against perfection, the warts, well, more like the ho hums are very apparent. Lakeview Village Park has a very ho hum picnic area. It features three picnic tables squeezed under a less than illustrious pavilion. There are some 10.0 picnic areas in the Hillsborough County Parks system, Lakeview Village Park is not one of them. Also ho hum was the bathroom. While its good they had one, some parks don't, the men's room I was in had ants flowing into the sink like crazy. Oddly enthralling but it also reminded me too much of the time my brother dropped (and broke) his ant farm in my bed. Not cool... So, while Lakeview Village Park is an ok park to visit, especially if you live in the area, it isn't the kind of place to go out of your way to visit. When put up against some of the perfect parks Hillsborough County has to offer, it falls a few tumbles, flips and landings short. Its like a finishing-fifth-when-Katelyn-Ohashi-puts-on-a-performance-worthy-of-a-10.0 type park. I could also see Branchton Park being a bit of a lover's paradise. There are benches placed periodically around the loop. They are far enough apart so as to offer you the feeling of being alone in the world. That's why they would be perfect for sitting with a date, holding hands and eating sushi. Or reciting poetry.Two baby swings, two older kid swings. Basketball court. Balance beam. Four slides. 1/4 mile jogging/hiking trail. Duck pond. Three picnic tables under a small pavilion

Mango Dog Park is one of our favorite places to visit! My dog, Zero, absolutely loves coming here…read moreto run around, explore, and burn off some energy. The park has plenty of space for dogs to play, and it's always nice seeing them have so much fun. It's a great spot to let your pup socialize and get some exercise. It's always leave with one happy, tired dog, and that's a win in my book. We'll definitely keep coming back!

What a hidden gem! Driving through town and had to stop at Walmart which helped me spot this. Park…read morewas very well secure with fence line, divided into big/little dog sides and the grounds were very well kept! Fresh water spigots, looks like the majority of dog owners pick up after their pets, and there is ample seating (even covered!). Easy peasy parking - wish this place was closer!

The last time I went camping was in the 20th century, and I was an Eagle Scout. Wanting to ensure…read moreour first "camping" experience since then would be one to remember and inspire more, I chose glamping to reduce the heavy lifting. And boy, am I glad I did. Not because of the: - Ice-cold AC that felt like a personal Arctic breeze - Mini fridge that perfectly held all our essentials (and a sneaky stash of chocolate for S'mores) - Keurig coffee maker that made mornings in the wild feel like a cozy café - Extremely comfy beds that cradled us like marshmallows - Strategically placed fan keeping the cool air flowing and the bugs away - All in a safe, clean, well-appointed tent and campsite that made us feel like nature royalty But also for the pure joy of being able to immerse ourselves in nature with none of the hassle. In just five minutes, you could be on the river or fishing. We saw everything from alligators and turtles to amazing birds. The water was crystal clear, and the campers were extremely friendly and respectful. Even the shower water was hot with great pressure - a true luxury in the wild. For novices and pros alike, this is the perfect way to introduce kids and adults to camping. You get the best of both worlds - the thrill of the great outdoors with the comforts of home. However, a quick tip for fellow glampers: make sure the Velcro seams on your tent are sealed. Otherwise, you might wake up at 3 am to a raccoon staring at you eye to eye, munching on a bag of Cheetos. Trust me, nothing says "good morning" quite like a critter with a penchant for junk food and personal space invasion! In the end, our glamping trip was the perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a first-timer, this experience is bound to leave you with great memories and a newfound appreciation for the great outdoors - with the added bonus of a good night's sleep and no backaches. Plus, you get to tell the tale of your midnight raccoon rendezvous - a true badge of glamping honor!

I made a reservation for August 7 and 8 and canceled it in writing on July 18. I received no…read moreresponse until July 22 from Sarah asking if I wanted to cancel "as the final balance is scheduled to be charged on Friday". I sent another email asking for cancellation and Sarah says "I have canceled your reservation". The reservation should already have been canceled, based on my July 18 written request.

Great time. A goid mix of touring the swamp, seeing the various animals and plants, most notably…read morethe beautiful cypress trees. Our captain really knew a greatbdeal and I learned a great deal about the swamps. Saw a real cold-water spring, and he got us into some open water where he could show what anbairboat can do. We came thinking it would be a cute but cheesey way to kill a day. At best a kitchy tourist trap, and at worst an overpriced, boring tourist trap. It was neither. It was fun and also surprisingly informative. We all (there were 6 of us) had a great time and will definitely go back.

IT was fun! I wish we saw more wildlife but it was so flippin hot I understand why the animals were…read morehiding .. we did see a few alligators and flew around the lake! I took my team, and we were able to buy a bucket of Bud Light and drink it on the ride. It doesn't get more MERRICA than this! PS Nice A/C and bathroom facilities where you pay and VERY friendly people who work there!

Nice park and a cool place for me to jog some laps. Not really shaded so if you bring your kids…read morekeep that in mind. Can get very hot.

This park is nice. The playground isn't huge. I didn't see bathrooms either but I may have missed…read morethem. There's a basketball court. Lots of field. One big tree that provides some good shade. There were four tables under the pavilion which was plenty of space for the group I was with.

Captain Larry and crew were awesome!! Boat ride to an island in the gulf where we were stayed for…read morehours with music, fantastic food, and great waves. Highly recommend booking a boat day with Captain Larry - you won't regret it!

We loved our day out on the water with Captain Larry and Sarah! We booked a private cruise. The…read moreboat was clean, comfortable and roomy with two nice bathrooms. We appreciated Captain Larry and Sarah's fun attitude and courtesy. They were attentive and even led our group in singing happy birthday to my adult kids. We loved Anclote Island! Just beautiful. Captain Larry helped us set up and take down our chairs, Sarah set up the lunch we brought and they provided swim noodles and life jackets. I highly recommend booking with them!