Nice park. Has a couple playgrounds, plenty of pavilions with bbq grills, a concrete cornhole game set up near one of the lg pavilions in the back left side of the park (bring your own beanbags), nice long paved walking path that passes along the river, clean bathrooms scattered throughout the park, several sports areas. Large dog park.. Fishing is also available down on the river banks along the walking path and the dam is pretty neat, flows really fast after heavy rains. I did see homeless people on every visit but they don't bother you at all.

It's an amazing park! Wonderful place to bring your family, friends or loved ones!! You can also bring your dog to have fun in it's little dog park area, many places to sit, lots of sport activity availability! You can reserve a great spot for any special occasions!! You can sit near to see the Hillsborough river and its honestly really pretty!! It has a nice long walking/jogging trail and it's a really awesome park! Many many parking spots!! Highly recommend for people who live locally and for those who are visiting the Tampa Bay area!

Rowlett Park has a lot of animals and birds from squirrels to hawks. The Ibis is there. The rabbit is there. The Florida Red Tailed Hawk is there. The squirrels are friendly too. There is the Hillsborough River also. The Park has playgrounds for the children and picnic areas that are covered. It is a very nice park to visit and enjoy your day.
Playground
The playgrounds are great.
Restrooms
Clean
Dog-friendliness
A happy dog is a friendly dog.
Picnic area
Eat with plenty of room for more.

I love this place. Good place to work out. They have workout stations scattered across the park, pull up bars, dip bars etc... Also nice to take my son on a walk in the stroller. There's also an awesome dog park, pickle ball courts... Ample amount of shade. Love it!
Playground
2 Play grounds on park.
Restrooms
At least 2 restrooms that I know about.
Dog-friendliness
There's a dog park right in the middle!
Picnic area
Plenty of shelters to enjoy a picnic.

I love this park. Great for many things. I grab dinner n bring the kids. I see birthday parties. I e done gender reveal pics here. Lots of open grass for kids to play and fun.
Playground
Really nice playgrounds. Also has one for the littler ones.
Restrooms
Bathroom buildings.
Dog-friendliness
Lots of open space for pets.
Picnic area
Picnic tables and shelters. Also nice grass for a picnic.

It's a huge , clean, dog friendly,wildlife and plant variety rich space, huge catfish clearly seen right at the shore of the Hillsboro river near the dam. Freshwater tidepools team with mosquito fish and young tilapia, herons, ducks and many other varieties of birds, oh, and friendly people and plenty of parking . Picturesque old oaks dripping with Spanish moss, and ferns literally 10 feet tall...you decide...

My family rented one of the picnic areas for a birthday and had no problems all day. We got there, set up and had a great time playing yard games by the water. Got pretty crowded later in the day but the picnic areas are a decent space apart that it didn’t interfere with our festivities in the slightest. If you rent at this park I highly recommend requesting a spot by the River!

The city could enhanced just a little. Build a small amphitheater on location. Rental bikes and fishing platforms with ways to clean and wash your catch. Few children park rides. (A park train ride for kids) Icee stands. Cold drinks.
Playground
Clean and safe.
Restrooms
Very clean.
Dog-friendliness
Friendly
Picnic area
Clean and ready for usage.

The Hands of Hope Sickle Cell fundraiser was awesome. People with sickle cell shared their journey. There was an activity for everyone.
Playground
The park was clean with lots of play equipment.
Restrooms
Very clean and there was actually soap in the dispenser.
Dog-friendliness
On leashes I saw several dogs.
Picnic area
Lots of events

Pros: Pavillion are far enough apart other groups activities didn't overshadow our gathering. Plenty of parking, easy access, seemed clean enough, plenty of garbage cans and plastic bags were provided. Cons: didn't feel super safe, two cops walked through the park near our pavillion during the afternoon. Flies swarmed our food as soon as the meat was cooked.

After i ordered chinese food i wanted to eat it while it was still hot. I google picnic parks and this park showed up. It has picnic tables, a walk trail, is very close to the river. They also have several gazebos perfect for Birthday parties or just a family party. With this pandemic I'm always looking for outdoors spaces. Definitely will come back.

This was a lovely riverside park. Yoy can get right next to the Hillsborough River bank and see the water stream by. There is a nice, varied path great for exercise and stroller walks. There are plenty of trees with shade. There are also picnic tables and pavilions. There are two playgrounds too. I really enjoyed my time there.

VERY busy park. There are a lot of picnic tables, but they were all being used. There is a lot of nice shade, if you bring your own chairs you can sit many places. The parking is NOT sufficient, especially by the tennis courts, cars were parked on both sides of the road and traffic flow was not great.

It's a beautiful park to visit they also have a huge dog park a play ground and a river perfect for meditation or yoga. They have gazebos for rent with BBQ grills and tables its perfect for bday parties or family gatherings. JUST REMEMBER TO PICK UP YOUR TRASH OR ANY TRASH YOU SEE, THANK YOU!

Wonderful visit. Picnic area and playground were clean. No ants at the picnic table under the tree. Bathrooms were clean. If I had a complaint, would be some of the kids who were jumping on a tree branch and a lady smoking weed, but that's a parent and visitor issue, not the parks fault.

This park is pretty big and spacious. The grounds are kept spotless the grass is beautifully mowed. They have an awesome huge dog park with a part sectioned off for smaller dogs. It’s also situated along the beautiful Hillsborough River. It’s roomy enough to bring a frisbee etc.

2 words! Very Peaceful. I love to go here and enjoy the weather. Usually I will fish here but they have parks and places to have picnics as well. A lot of people workout there and well as walk and run. Overall it’s a really nice place to go and it have never been too crowded!

Great park for long walks. Neighborhood has gotten better. The only issue you get ur occasionally 420 smokers walking around.
Playground
Playgrounds have shades
Restrooms
Normal public restroom.
Picnic area
They have plenty of picnic area and sizes.

One of my family's favorite parks. It has 2 playgrounds (one for little kids and one for bigger kids), 2 dog parks (big dogs and little dogs) with agility courses, pavilions, racquetball courts, a fitness trail, and beautiful riverfront views. Great on Sunday mornings!

Beautiful park with amazing courts. Fantastic for pickleball and tennis. My buddy and I play semi-regularly and never have an issue finding a court. It does tend to get busier in the evenings but usually everyone there is very friendly and willing to play together

1st time going today with my birthday girl, Bella ♡ she had a great time! It wasn't too crowded plus the dogs and people were all very nice and pleasant. It was also well shaded which is a big plus for me considering the Florida heat, especially this time of year.

I drove by this park without a care for a very long time, but after actually visiting this park IS SO NICE!
Dog-friendliness
Took our dog on a walk here and it's lovely, they got doggie bags and a dog fountain even. And there isn't much litter.

Love coming to this park to enjoy the many different sights of nature. Also love the multi-use of the park that includes our 4-legged furry family. Kid friendly, can either walk, jog, or bike their multiple paths, can or just sit by the

Restroom was locked while my family was visiting, shelter had a urine smell, individuals were arguing and having a physical altercation 100 feet from our family gathering, there was no park attendant to notify that the Restroom was locked.

Great for any individual or family looking to get back outside and enjoy nature again. There's a Dog Park for small and large, kids playground, baseball, basketball, tennis court and plenty of acres to get a good run in with activities to

Very open area, a true park environment. Though be a bit careful if you bring your kids here, in one of the more wooded area I saw snakes the other day. Other than that, this place is great to walk around in (obviously, it's a park lol),

Great park with most its natural beauty still intact, I like to walk to the river with my wife to look at the fish & especially the manatee's and gators. To me it's a safe place to go to with out having to be worried about people causing

Great shady walking trails along the river, pavilions and cool playgrounds for the kids. Excellent spot to get out of the house for some fresh air and exercise. Good meeting spot for groups. This is one of the reasons we live in Tampa!

It was a busy park. Lots of families having birthday parties. We were still able to find a picnic bench by the playground and had a nice time. It was a very clean park. I don't know about the bathrooms though. We didn't use them.

Nice location with lots to do and plenty of room for families during social distancing right now. Fishing, walking, jogging, humongous dog park, ball parks, biking,, BBQ, picnics, playgrounds, training.. endless of opportunities

Really awesome park. This park is huge. Great fishing spot although, keep an eye out. I unhooked a catfish just in time before a gator darted for him and dragged him back to the water. Do not let your kids near the water.

Nice neighborhood park. Picnic shelters, racquetball, playground for the kids, and awesome walking trails. Part of the trail meanders near the river. Quiet, peaceful and populated enough to feel safe without the crowds.

This park is amazing! Awesome dog park, huge walking trail, tennis courts, over 20 picnic areas, and fishing is allowed! Maintenance staff does a great job keeping park clean! Plenty of dogs between 7-9am every morning!

Had a blast with my son this evening. He loves all of the playgrounds and the water scenery. The restrooms were unexpectedly clean for a public place and there is plenty of picnic areas if you're having an event.

Maintained. Large area. Public bathrooms nearby. Also a path to walk along the waterway spillover discharge and improved trail with a longer dirt path. Sometimes you can see manatees when the water is warm.

Love this park. Classic, clean, great view of the dam.
Playground
two playgrounds
Restrooms
clean, well lit
Dog-friendliness
huge dog park
Picnic area
tons of picnic tables

A fantastic underutilized park with beautiful old growth trees and a large dog park. Plenty of pavilions to get away from the heat. Lots of great spots to sit near the River and watch for wildlife.

Big park with Hillsborough River "falls." Very nice med. to large fenced -in dog park. Lots of sheltered areas with picnic tables. Newly resurfaced tennis courts! Cool blue surfaced courts!

The dog park is so great! The playgrounds and tennis courts are fun too. Also, I love parks with some water views and lots of trees. Well-kept and lovely. This is a gem!

Quiet place . Fairly clean and kept up. Plenty of parking. Multiple Playgrounds. Several spots to fish. And a small paved path for those who love to go for a walk .

I always come here to get a piece of mind and to meditate. Place is always clean n comforting. Always full of people from all ethnicity. Has something for everyone

Nice scenery but narrow walking paths and this is a very crowded park the whole city is here lol even early in the morning it's still a lot of people …

Lots of shelters and play areas to check out, there is also a basketball court. Didn't realize how big the park was... Will be going there again for sure!

Large dog park with two play areas, one for large dogs and one for small dogs. Playground, pavilions, paved walking and running paths next to the river.

This dog park was really nice, lots of shaded areas and loved that they have separate areas for the large and small breeds. Had a great time there.

Great time fishing beautiful park big playground park is dog friendly with a fenced in dog run as well and plenty of picnic areas with BBQ grills

I’ve only been at this park for tennis. There are 4 tennis courts and even more pickleball courts. The courts were clean and in great shape.

I really feel like I'm in nature when there. The Hillsborough river mixed with the heavy vegetation allows for a great nature experience.

Large park lots to do handball, tennis, dog park, fishing, grills I’m sure much more best community park in Tampa I have been to so far

Rowlett Park is a peaceful place, a place where families can enjoy the vastness and backdrop of the Hillsborough River. …

Been going here since I was a kid had my kids many birthday parties and other celebrations here always been my Togo to park

Great dog parks, one for big dogs and one for small.. Huge expanse of picnic areas and multiple playgrounds for the kids..

Great park for all. They have plenty of pickleball courts and tennis too. Near USF and easy to find and plenty of parking

We had an amazing time at the park. It was clean, dog park was full but it was fun. was a tad bit slow but we managed.

Clean. Parking available. Enjoy sound of water splashing from dam wall. On Hillsborough River. Lila enjoys dog park.

Great park located close to Busch Gardens. Awesome walking trail and dog park. Also large playground and restrooms.

Extremely nice dog park. Huge picnicking and playground areas. Many walking trails. Just a great park in many ways.

Nice wooded park on the river. Restrooms are clean and trails well kept. Very few fitness stations along the trail.

Nice park with plenty off play grounds, a dog park, and paved walking trails. It's near a small river and dam.

Great park perfect for pick nic or even just to go for a run , nice little water reserve as well full of life

Great park for family events and exercise. Lots of random work out equipment built along the paved trail.

A big park for all ages. Very nice to walk along a river and have wildlife around so close to downtown.

Nice place for family hangout, grill party or just to pass some relax calm time with nature and trees.

Always a beautiful place to go get a peace of mind and enjoy God's greatest blessings of nature ❤️

Not too bad, no night time though., stay too late and be swamped by misquots. too many misquotes.

One of the better parks in Tampa. Good fishing and picnic areas. Dog park and racketball court

Great dog park with very clean facilities and large fenced in areas for your pups to play

My grandkids love this place! It has something for the whole family, even the furry ones!

Always a great place to relax, have a party , go fishing, ride your bike, walk your dog..

We love taking our granddaughter to this park she loves the swings an the slides..

Surprisingly scenic peaceful park straddling the dam along the Hillsborough River

The park is cleaner and safer but could use more security and lighting at night.

It's a excellent place for your pets. Good parking lot near near pet playground.

Awesome trails , beautiful lake. I feel as though the parks need to be updated.

Nice park with waterfront area, nice paved trails for walking jogging biking...

Wonderful park along a river and well kept. Needs to add a basketball court.

Security at night is not good but a good park overall

Good park, but be careful in the evening

Beautiful park with lots of walkers.

My 3 year old loves this park