Hillsborough County, Florida
579 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 20 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Hillsborough County, Florida
Hillsborough County is home to 579 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 20 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Hillsborough County
Up to 200 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Hillsborough County
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Sample Trails in Hillsborough County
Curated Guides for Hillsborough County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Hillsborough County, Florida?
Yes — we have 579 mapped hiking and walking trails in Hillsborough County, Florida, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Hillsborough County, Florida?
Buteo Trail near Thonotosassa is rated hard — the toughest classification among Hillsborough County, Florida's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Hillsborough County, Florida for families?
A.L. Palonis Park Nature Trail near Tampa is one of the best family picks in Hillsborough County, Florida — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Hillsborough County, Florida?
Each of the 579 trails in Hillsborough County, Florida has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Hillsborough County, Florida?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Hillsborough County, Florida yet.
Can I go camping in Hillsborough County, Florida?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Hillsborough County, Florida right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Hillsborough County, Florida?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Florida for more options beyond Hillsborough County, Florida.
Hiking guides for Florida
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Hillsborough County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Florida, Ranked
Florida's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuFlorida's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Florida trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Florida
Ten gentle, well-marked Florida trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Florida
Florida's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Florida
Federal parks and recreation areas in Florida ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Florida: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Florida's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.