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E.G. Simmons Regional Park

Park

This waterfront wildlife sanctuary & campground offers swimming, kayak rentals & picnic facilities.


Address

2401 19th Ave NW, Ruskin, FL 33570

Website

www.hillsboroughcounty.org

Contact

(813) 671-7655

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (1.7K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 7 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 4/5 Ryan M. 6 years ago on Google
    A very beautiful, serene beach and children’s park. The shore was a bit rockier than I was expecting which might make me think twice when running through the list of beaches in the area. Ultimately, I think what really sells me on this beach is that it feels very private. It’s a little too small and ‘natural’ to really draw in a large number of rambunctious people. Although it could be that my visit during the off season has given me a false impression.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jessica P. 2 months ago on Google • 145 reviews New
    Cool spot to fish and relax. Found my new spot to kayak 😍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Linda M. 2 months ago on Google • 14 reviews New
    Beautiful and quiet park. Campground is clean and sites are spacious enough. Park has a well kept boat ramp, plenty of kayak/paddle boarding access. Bathhouses are kept clean and are accessible in a multitude of locations. They also have plenty of picnic pavilions for reservations. The camping is first come first serve. And rates are great. You feel away from it all, but just a few short miles is shopping areas.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Norm P. 3 months ago on Google • 85 reviews New
    What a great park (dog friendly!) and the employees are the best! Clean and spacious restroom. 😊
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Courtney B. 3 months ago on Google New
    The shore was a bit rockier than I was expecting which might make me think twice when running through the list of beaches in the area. Ultimately, I think what really sells me on this beach is that it feels very private. It’s a little too small and ‘natural’ to really draw in a large number of rambunctious people. Although it could be that my visit during the off season has given me a false impression.

  • 4/5 Purpose O. 2 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    Beautiful beaches, great camp sites (tight squeeze), tho. Nice boating docks and canue rentals. Overall, it is clean and quiet. Lots of fish. We found sting rays, jellyfish, and sea hares. Beautiful birds and raccoons that aren't afraid of anything. The staff are nice, helpful, and welcoming. I recommend 100%


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • ✓️ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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