United States Florida Tampa Tampa Guide Things To Do Essentials Where to Stay Getaways All Tampa Top Parks in the City of Tampa, Florida By Ashley Grant Ashley Grant Ashley is a freelance writer and photographer covering all things Tampa Bay since 2007. TripSavvy's editorial guidelines Updated on 06/04/19 Share Pin Email Ballast Point Park. Wikimedia Commons Looking for a park in Tampa, Florida? Here are the top 10 parks in the city based on amenities offered. 01 of 10 Al Lopez Park Address: 4810 N. Himes Ave., Tampa, FL 33614Amenities: Ball fields, center, dog park, grills, jogging, picnic, pier, play courts, playground, restrooms, shelters, and trailsDetails: Located just minutes from Raymond James Stadium, Al Lopez is one of the best parks for tailgating, bringing your dogs, hosting birthday parties and for fitness. The fitness trail comes complete with exercise suggestions to get you out of the running or walking rut. Shelters can be rented online. 02 of 10 Ballast Point Park Address: 5300 Interbay Blvd., Tampa, FL 33611 Amenities: Boat ramp, concession, grills, playground, pier, picnic, restrooms, shelters Details: This neighborhood park, which dates back to Tampa’s earliest days, offers spectacular views of downtown Tampa. The park is full of shade trees and offers quick access to Bayshore Boulevard for jogging, walking, or rollerblading. Shelters can be rented online. 03 of 10 Copeland Park Address: 11001 N. 15th St., Tampa, FL 33612 Amenities: Ball fields, center, computer lab, fitness facility, grills, gymnasium, jogging, picnic, play courts, playground, pool, restrooms, shelters, tennis/racquetball courts, trails Details: Located minutes from Busch Gardens and the University of South Florida, Copeland Park not only offers the amenities listed it also offers an After School Activity Program and a seasonal pool. Shelters can be rented online. 04 of 10 Cyrus Greene Park Address: 2101 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tampa, FL 33610Amenities: Ball fields, center, computer lab, picnic, play courts, playground, pool, restrooms, sheltersDetails: The Cyrus Greene Community Center has a 10,000-square foot community center, offers the After School Activity Program (ASAP), offers classes and has a 25-yard handicap accessible pool that is open seasonally. The pool features six swim lanes, splash pad with three water drops, floor sprays, rain arches, and a tube slide. Continue to 5 of 10 below. 05 of 10 Davis Islands Seaplane Basin Address: 864 Severn Ave, Tampa, FL 33606Amenities: Beach, boat ramp, canoe launch, dog park, picnic, restroomsDetails: Located at Davis Island, this park is more than a park, it has a beach! There is also a dog park area where dogs can roam free without their leashes. 06 of 10 Desoto Park Address: 2617 Corrine St., Tampa, FL 33605Amenities: Ball fields, center, computer lab, grills, jogging, picnic, pier, play court, playground, pool, restrooms, trailsDetails: Located in south Tampa, Desoto Park has a skate park, offers the After School Activity Program, offers classes and has activities for all ages. 07 of 10 Gadsden Park Address: 6901 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL 33611Amenities: Ball fields, canoe launch, dog park, grills, jogging, picnic, pier, playgrounds, restrooms, shelters, trailsDetails: Gadsen Park contains the MacDill Trail which is one of Tampa's Greenway Trails. This1.47-mile asphalt trail consists of two loops; the Lake Gadsden loop, which is 0.88 miles, and the play area loop, which is 0.59 miles. In addition to the amenities mentioned, there is also a fishing lake. 08 of 10 Highland Pines Park Address: 4505 E. 21st Ave., Tampa, FL 33605Amenities: Ball fields, center, computer lab, grills, jogging, picnic, play courts, playground, restroom, tennis/racquetball courtsDetails: Offers the After School Activity Program, classes, and activities for all ages. Continue to 9 of 10 below. 09 of 10 Lowry Park Address: 7525 North Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33604Amenities: Boat ramp, canoe launch, grills, jogging, picnic, pier, playground, restrooms, shelters, trailsDetails: Located across from Lowry Park Zoo, The park is on the Hillsborough River and offers shelter rentals. Shelters can be rented online. 10 of 10 Rowlett Park Address: 2501 River Hills Drive, Tampa, FL 33604 Amenities: Ball fields, canoe launch, dog park, grills, jogging, picnic, pier, play courts, playground, restrooms, shelters, tennis/racquetball courts, trails Details: Shelters can be rented online In addition to the amenities mentioned, the park offers street hockey and is home to the first adult wheelchair softball field in the state of Florida. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Share Pin Email Tell us why! Submit