Bay Bayou RV Resort
A top-rated RV Park by Woodall's, earning a 5W rating for facilities and recreation, Bay Bayou RV Resort offers full hookup sites with patio and picnic table near Old Tampa Bay. Kayaking along the mangroves as mullet jump in the water is popular at the resort. Amenities also include a heated swimming pool, hot tub, shuffleboard courts, docks, Wi-Fi, cable TV and organized social events.
Bay Bayou RV Resort
12622 Memorial Highway
Tampa, FL 33635
(888) 692-2968
baybayou.com
Hillsborough River State Park
The state park between Tampa and Zephyrhills on U.S. 301 protects a section of the Hillsborough River, which runs from the Green Swamp east of Zephyrhills through downtown Tampa into the bay. Miles of hiking trails on both sides of the Hillsborough River wind through a variety of ecosystem, from floodplain swamps to upland pines. Canoeing and kayaking are popular activities. In addition to tent campsites, limited hookups (water and electric) are available. Additional amenities include a swimming pool, playground, bath house, biking and park events, such as the Haunted Woods prior to Halloween and Fort Foster Historic Site re-enactments. Pets on a leash are welcome.
Hillsborough River State Park
15402 U.S. 301 N.
Thonotosassa, FL 33592
(813) 987-6771
floridastateparks.org/hillsboroughriver
Tampa East RV Resort
A few miles from the Interstate 4 -- Interstate 75 interchange, East Tampa RV Resort is near the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Resort amenities include full hookup sites, a pool, spa, picnic areas and a shuffleboard court.
Tampa East RV Resort
4630 McIntosh Road
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 659-2504
sunrvresorts.com/tampaeast
Article Written By David Chandler
David Chandler has been a freelance writer since 2006 whose work has appeared in various print and online publications. A former reconnaissance Marine, he is an active hiker, diver, kayaker, sailor and angler. He has traveled extensively and holds a bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida where he was educated in international studies and microbiology.
