Cypress Creek Preserve

This Preserve is 7400 Acres. Purchased to provide flood protection and serve as a public water supply, Cypress Creek’s floodplain helps filter nutrients in runoff waters. Cypress Creek Well Field serves as an important source of water for the surrounding region and is managed by Tampa Bay Water (TBW). Cypress Creek is a tributary of the Hillsborough River. Within the property, the creek threads its way through an expanse of cypress and hardwood forests. Slash pine, longleaf pine and palmetto grow on the higher “ridges,” which are collectively known as Florida flatwoods.

Bicycling

• Approximately 5 miles of paved multiuse trails available from Pump Station Road and 11 miles of unpaved multiuse trails.
• Bicyclists are required to stay on designated or marked trails.
• Florida law requires bicyclists under 16 to wear helmets.

Inline Skating

• Approximately 5 miles of paved multiuse trails available from Pump Station Road and 11 miles of unpaved multiuse trails.
• Bicyclists are required to stay on designated or marked trails.
• Florida law requires bicyclists under 16 to wear helmets.

Camping

• Separate sites available for equestrian and primitive camping.
• Sites have picnic tables, fire rings and/or grills.
• A free reservation is required and must be displayed or available at campground.

Equestrian

• Approximately 14 miles of multiuse trails.
• Riders are required to stay on designated or marked trails.
• Day-use reservations are required to access equestrian parking area at Parkway Boulevard.
• Each rider must carry proof of horse’s current negative Coggins test.
• Florida law requires equestrians under 16 to wear helmets.

Fishing

• Along Cypress Creek during high-water periods.
• Man-made impoundments located in southern portion of property.
• Contact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for license requirements.

Hiking

• Approximately 19 miles of designated or marked trails.
• Prepare for wet hiking; some trails are excessively wet during certain times of year.