Upper Tampa Bay Conservation Park - Bobcat, Otter, & Eagle Trails - Hiking Spree

Date: Saturday, April 25th | Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Upper Tampa Bay Conservation Park, 8001 Double Branch Rd., Tampa, FL 33635
Distance: ~2.3 miles
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Fee: $2 per vehicle (county park entry)
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/florida/otter-bobcat-and-eagle-loop

Join us for an afternoon hike on the Otter, Bobcat & Eagle Loop Trail at Upper Tampa Bay Conservation Park. I called the park on 4/13/2026 and verified that all trails are presently open.

This scenic loop winds through shady pine flatwoods and along the edges of coastal marshes — a great place to spot birds, crabs, and maybe even an otter or two! We’ll meet near the Nature Center parking area and start at 3:00 PM. The trail is flat and easy to follow, with a few sandy sections and boardwalks. Expect the hike to take about 60–75 minutes, giving us plenty of daylight to enjoy the views.

What to Bring: Water, sun protection, bug spray, and comfortable closed-toe shoes (trails may be muddy after rain).

Parking: There’s a $2 per vehicle fee at the entrance kiosk. Please carpool if possible, as weekend afternoons can be busy.

Please text/call me if you're going to be a little late so we can wait for you.