State Park · Florida

Little Manatee River State Park

Location: Hillsborough County, Florida
Nearest town: 3.3 miles south of Sun City Center
Type: State Park

About Little Manatee River State Park

Along the Little Manatee River, roughly 2,433 acres of land make up this park's grounds. It began in 1974 as a state recreation area covering about 663 hectares, before becoming an official state park in March 1999. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection now oversees the property under a 99-year lease running through April 10, 2074.

Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.

Getting there

Little Manatee River State Park is in Hillsborough County, Florida, 3.3 miles south of Sun City Center. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.

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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.