Shortly upon entering Hillsborough River State Park ... through the 5.2-square-mile park. Near the beginning of the loop, you reach Parking Lot No. 2, and a place called Rapids Trail.

Hillsborough River State Park is unlike anywhere else in the Tampa Bay area. At the park, you’ll find class II river rapids ... lot two to check out the 1.2 mile Rapids Trail.

Outdoorsy visitors and locals alike flock to Hillsborough River State Park, which sits about 20 miles northeast of downtown Tampa. Offering Class II rapids ... pay $2 to enter.