Little
Manatee River State Park
 Flowing
40 miles before emptying into Tampa Bay, the Little Manatee River
winds through five miles of Little Manatee River State Park on its
journey to the sea. The river's steep, sandy banks lead to pristine
sand pine scrub and oak hammocks, which provide habitat for a wide
variety of wildlife. Fishing and canoeing are favorite activities
along the river banks, and a picnic area is located along the river
allowing visitors to enjoy the area's scenic beauty.
In addition to the area along the
river, the park offers over 2,433 acres of wilderness to be enjoyed
in a variety of ways. A 34-site campground is located in a woodland
setting, complete with electric and water hook-ups. Several miles
of trails are open for horseback riding, with a limited number of
primitive campsites available to equestrians along the trail system.
Riders must furnish their own horses with proof of a recent negative
Coggins test. A 6-1/2 mile hiking trail meanders through a diversity
of habitats, which also provides access to primitive tent camping
areas. Camping in these areas is by reservation only.
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