Hillsborough River, FL

The Hillsborough River begins east-northeast of Zephyrhills in southeastern Pasco and northwestern Polk Counties. Its headwaters originate in the southwestern portion of the Green Swamp, where it also periodically receives overflow from the Withlacoochee River. From the swamp, the river flows southwesterly 54 miles to upper Hillsborough Bay.

The Hillsborough River Paddling Trail runs 30 miles from Hillsborough River State Park to the City of Tampa’s Rowlett Park. Beginning as a narrow, winding stream it ends as a tidal estuary in a heavily developed urban center. The Hillsborough River contains Class II rapids. Although the rapids are closed to boating, they can be viewed from a location in Hillsborough River State Park.

For More Information Visit:

Hillsborough River Trail Map (PDF) - Florida DEP

Florida's Designated Paddling Trails - Florida DEP