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Wilderness Conservation Park - Trout Creek Site
4.7 ★★★★★ 344 Google reviews · Running trail in Thonotosassa, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Wilderness Conservation Park - Trout Creek Site's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Family-friendly park for hiking, biking, fishing and kayaking, with a boat ramp.
What runners say about Wilderness Conservation Park - Trout Creek Site
“There is a nicely maintained wooden boardwalk that runs along the river that is mostly shaded and provides great views the lush green landscape.”
“There is a nicely maintained wooden boardwalk that runs along the river that is mostly shaded and provides great views the lush green landscape.”
Some of the most natural views of the real Florida are hidden in this park. The hiking paths and trails are very well marked and very easy to walk on minus the occasional tree roots. Great for dogs, kids or beginner hikers.
$2 to park your car. Display it on your dashboard driver side. Multiple trails, lots of signs. FYI, there are several poison ivy plants along the trail so keep little hands from wandering. Telltale sign of poison ivy is the three leaves in a cluster together. Otherwise, absolutely beautiful.
In looking for trails to hike, I came across this place. This place is great. Trails for miles. Bike trails for miles. 14+miles. Also if you have a canoe or kayak there's the river. Wildlife is quite present. Great for photography, I've included a snap I took. Bring hydration, and snake if you are hiking.
Why do I like it here? Well..... The fact you can hike, bike, kayak/canoe. You can sit, eat, chill, right next to the river. The park, to the north, connects to Flatwoods Park. Dope! To the south, it connects to Wilderness Park Mountain Bike Trail.(which itself connects to another park to it's east😍😍😍) Also dope!!
Trail conditions & character
“Amazing and beautiful park with different trails which included broad walk trail and trail around the river with beautiful views.”
“Large park with hiking/running trails, biking trails, large parking lot with bike repair station, bathrooms, lots of shelters and water.”
“The hiking paths and trails are very well marked and very easy to walk on minus the occasional tree roots.”
“There is a nicely maintained wooden boardwalk that runs along the river that is mostly shaded and provides great views the lush green landscape.”
“Large park with hiking/running trails, biking trails, large parking lot with bike repair station, bathrooms, lots of shelters and water.”
“We love the nature trail, and my dog goes crazy with all the little lizards darting here and there.”
“The hiking paths and trails are very well marked and very easy to walk on minus the occasional tree roots.”
Plan your run at Wilderness Conservation Park - Trout Creek Site
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitehillsboroughcounty.org
- Phone(813) 426-5583
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8 PM |
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