Flatwoods Wilderness Park, Thonotosassa

Awesome park to enjoy a bike ride, long walk with the puppies, grab a nice run in, push a friend in a wheelchair, roller blade a few miles, or just wander through some of the landscape that real Florida is known for! Tons of wildlife and birds galore. Watched a Red-tailed Hawk eat some dinner as I enjoyed the crisp Florida air. It's $2 to park, cash or credit and there are bathrooms available in the parking lot area. The park does have a strict close time so plan your adventure accordingly. Definitely a nice local Tampa spot that is quiet and peaceful. Right at dusk allows for some fantastic photos with the beautiful sun setting into the forest. It's so nice to have the paved trails but there are also some hiking trails in the woods as well if that is more your style!

Love going on evening runs here, there are many water stations along the way which is important during summer months. Overall an excellent nature trail , just wish there was more shade along the main path.