Apollo Beach Nature Preserve | Hillsborough County, FL
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Apollo Beach Nature Preserve | Hillsborough County, FL
Apollo Beach Nature Preserve
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Apollo Beach Nature Preserve
6760 Surfside Blvd.
Apollo Beach, FL 33572
Hours
Year-round: 8 AM-Sunset
(813) 672-7876
Amenities
Bird Watching
Pets Allowed
Observation Tower
Picnic Tables
Fishing
Restrooms
The Apollo Beach Nature Preserve is a 63-acre preserve that serves as habitat for a variety of aquatic species.
Seven acres of the preserve are separated from the habitat restoration areas and dedicated to nature-based recreation, which includes a 2-acre sandy beach for picnicking and sunbathing (no swimming allowed), a 37-foot wheelchair accessible observation tower, and fantastic shoreline fishing.
The preserve provides stunning views of Tampa Bay.
No Special Events or Vendors are permitted at this location.
Note: Pets are not permitted on the observation tower.
Trail Map
Hiking safety guidelines
Always be prepared when hiking on nature preserves:
Bring plenty of water
Download the map
Tell someone your plan
Wear proper shoes and sun protection
Stay on marked trails
During the rainy season, many trails will have standing water.
If you think you are lost, call us at (813) 672-7876
In case of an emergency, call 911
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Apollo Beach Nature Preserve
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Locations
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Apollo Beach Nature Preserve
Apollo Beach Nature Preserve
6760 Surfside Blvd.
Apollo Beach, FL 33572
Hours
Year-round: 8 AM-Sunset
(813) 672-7876
Amenities
Bird Watching
Pets Allowed
Observation Tower
Picnic Tables
Fishing
Restrooms
The Apollo Beach Nature Preserve is a 63-acre preserve that serves as habitat for a variety of aquatic species.
Seven acres of the preserve are separated from the habitat restoration areas and dedicated to nature-based recreation, which includes a 2-acre sandy beach for picnicking and sunbathing (no swimming allowed), a 37-foot wheelchair accessible observation tower, and fantastic shoreline fishing.
The preserve provides stunning views of Tampa Bay.
No Special Events or Vendors are permitted at this location.
Note: Pets are not permitted on the observation tower.
Trail Map
Hiking safety guidelines
Always be prepared when hiking on nature preserves:
Bring plenty of water
Download the map
Tell someone your plan
Wear proper shoes and sun protection
Stay on marked trails
During the rainy season, many trails will have standing water.
If you think you are lost, call us at (813) 672-7876
In case of an emergency, call 911
Gallery