If you are in Tampa and want a quick escape to see some of Florida's wildlife, head to this historic state park that is filled with scenic trails and nature.

Outdoorsy visitors and locals alike flock to Hillsborough River State Park, which sits about 20 miles northeast of downtown Tampa. Offering Class II rapids (a rarity in Florida), camping ...

Families came to camp, fish, and enjoy Hillsborough River State Park for the first time since ... Corps in 1936 – one of the few left in Florida. "They were very large oaks that twisted it.

Last summer, the Florida Department of Environment ... Another rally is set for April 13 at Hillsborough River State Park. McGrath hopes the rallies will send a loud and clear message to lawmakers ...