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Ballast Point Park
5300 Interbay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611, United States
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Ro
Review №1

My family enjoy going to this part as it represents a great combination of fishing pier, boardwalk eatery, and playground all in in one! Recommend anyone with small kids go to experience the pint-size water park. Great for cooling off during those hot summer days!

Re
Review №2

Lovely place. Well maintained park, kids friendly, great playground. Nice long pier & little cafe, restrooms. Nice place for fishing and relaxing. View of Davis Island is amazing. No entry fee. Small, but parking lot.

An
Review №3

Excellent park to take a walk, fish, grab a bite to eat, and even bring your kids and dogs(on a leash) to enjoy the fresh air and playground. Lots of room for birthday parties and other celebrations as well!

Br
Review №4

Park was clean, good parking, beautiful view. The outlets didnt work but it didnt stop out show. Will definitely be back.

Dr
Review №5

This was the first place I went to when I moved to Tampa. Seeing the city from this location is beautiful, with nothing but skyline and ocean/bay in every direction. The dock is very long and has two shaded spots for fishing along it. Awesome place to visit for views, walking or fishing.

Ki
Review №6

This is a very popular fishing pier. There is more parking across the street. The kids will love the playground. There are bathrooms very close by, a restaurant I did not try, and a bait shop with limited hours.

Ch
Review №7

I noticed a lot of playground equipment and a lot of children there. Looked like a lot of people thoroughly enjoying themselves. Wish more people would wear masks.

As
Review №8

Im not too sure why I havent written a review of the park, but here it goes. BP park is where is park at before my morning Bayshore run. When Im with my family, I take them for a walk down the pier to enjoy the views and pastel-colored sunrises. Parking isnt usually an issue, I have never felt like my family or I were in danger there, and occasionally a dolphin will swim near the pier to say hi.

Ry
Review №9

If you can find a parking spot, this park is fantastic. Pier, food, coffee, walking, and for me back in the day, a Pokemon GO hotspot. On the weekends, the parking can be impossible in the lot with towing warnings anywhere else but the park.

Se
Review №10

Great little park with a walkway following the waters edge. There are two docks to fish from and a small area for kids to play. Its not a huge park but good for a stroll and some nice photo opportunities of Hillsboro Bay.

ch
Review №11

Stumbled upon this little park. The peir was a great place to do some fishing with washing stations set up. Also had a place to launch a boat. Parking was free with clean bathrooms and playgrounds.

Be
Review №12

This is a beautiful park along the water. The restaurant there is really good too.

mu
Review №13

Good for fishing had fun the breeze is nice and has a nice park for kids and is very clean here are some fish i caught

Ke
Review №14

Great location! You can fish on the pier or enjoy the breeze off the bay. There is a playground for kids also. Great place for relaxation.

De
Review №15

Such a beautiful place. Great place for kids and for people to soak up the beauty of the city!

Ja
Review №16

If your not from Tampa you need to go here at dawn or dusk to get a true vision of Tampa. If your from here you need to go here once a week to ground yourself and get back to whats important. As you look out onto the bay imagine 100s of canoes and a great mound where the convention center is. This is what it was 1000 years ago. A great Indian village.

Ka
Review №17

We love walking here in the mornings(M-F). Either empty or 1 or 2 other mom their with their toddlers. Weekends and afternoons can be a bit busy so we try and avoid during peek times but overall very nice

Pe
Review №18

I grew up in South Tampa and hung out at Ballast Point in the 70s. Fun times! Ive been to several birthday parties through the years there too. Although I live in N.Tampa now I like to go back every now and then. Its definitely changed through the years, and for the better. A small treasured area in South Tampa.

Ma
Review №19

I have been to this park only a hand full of times. Its a nice park and pier. Pretty decent fishing. Overall a good place to enjoy with family and friends.

Ja
Review №20

Love it here! The scenery is unreal theres some type of horse training barn next door and you get to see horses up close! Its awesome whats even more amazing is how this is free to us. Theres a shop at the entrance of the pier I think is a bait shop but my SO thinks its a restaurant we’ll settle the debate next time we go.

Ma
Review №21

Easy parking to go to pier for a bite a take a walk on Bayshore Blvd. Playground good for kids and outdoor birthday parties. Rec center also nearby for membership fitness amenities.

De
Review №22

Tables and pavilion clean and in great shape. Lovely park. Well kept.**** Bring bug repellent. The no-see-ums are legion!

Ap
Review №23

Great place to just relax and enjoy nature. Nice and clean. Everyone that goes here are super friendly

Re
Review №24

One of the best parks in Tampa. This place is great for families and friends. Either you like fishing or just walking, the park will be your best escape. Kids will love the place especially the water games, slides and swings

Ca
Review №25

Nice place to go with your family/friends and specially kids. It can be very relaxing, can be romantic in a way, good for fishing and getting some ice cream!!

ca
Review №26

Peaceful park with water play are for children. It has a nice long pier to walk and enjoy the Bay.

Ve
Review №27

I think this one of the best parks I took my grands to everyone had a wonderful time and the park was full but comfortable

Ma
Review №28

Beautiful park with a restaurant. The only thing is only half the pier is lit.

Ch
Review №29

I love going there with friends and family to fish. Also at night you can see Downtown Tampa all light up! Its beautiful! And so so is Ballast Point Park!

Jo
Review №30

Its a nice lil park out near Old Bayshore.

Em
Review №31

Very beautiful ...I would like this place more if the city clean the benches out of fishermen leftovers because this is where they clean their fish

Ca
Review №32

Nice park with fishing pier and boat ramp. Always packed never any parking.

Ne
Review №33

Bait shop, pier, restaurant, playground and water play area. Nice place to chill as an adult, or great place to get outside with the kids. Love it!!

di
Review №34

Great outdoors activities splash zone for kids clean restroom great fishing and all around good atmosphere for family

Ho
Review №35

My grandbabies love going to play there and I love all the space for birthday parties

Kr
Review №36

Great place to park to run north to run along the water. Well kept up. The playgrounds were huge as well and looked like they would be great for entertaining kids.

Do
Review №37

It is so wonderfulwonderful he I love the food I love the fact its close to Tampa you can just chill out for the day walk around in the park watch people fishing everybodys nice. They bring their animals any kind doesnt matter its its just a great place and the food the ice cream and the very nice people that serve and takeout order I love this place I cant wait to go back for the ice cream and my crunchy french fries I come with my service dog Hercules hes afraid of walking on the pier so I put them in his carriage. To me its like a hidden gem of Peace, sunset, relaxation great food, and a wonderful place to socialize. Thank you!

Sh
Review №38

Wonderful park, cute cafe and a nice dock/pier to fish off of. Gets a little sketchy after dark.

Re
Review №39

Boy has this place changed over the years and in a positive way The park area is awesome for kids. There are benches and pavilions surrounding the area for parents and for shade. The pavilions can be reserved. They have a little mini water park area which is great on a hot Florida day. Bring your sunscreen. Hungry? Want some ice cream? The little shop by the park area has both and there is a nice variety of choices for both. There is a little bait shop next to restaurant/ice cream shop. The views are beautiful. The pier is an exciting place and full of activity. A great place to take a little stroll.

jo
Review №40

Nice place to bring family it has a small water park and playground for the kids. And if you like fishing it has a pier to fish off

An
Review №41

Love this park so much I had my wedding rehearsal lunch out here last year. It has a wonderful splash area for kids, and the pier is always 5° cooler than the surrounding neighborhood. Which is crucial on a sweltering Tampa day.I highly recommend coming down here and taking some family photos or something if you are in the neighborhood - go do it! You’ll love it.

No
Review №42

Awesome! Enjoyed the 14 mile walk with my new friend, business associate and new brother.Enjoyed the long brisk walk.

Ra
Review №43

Beautiful park but parking is very limited.

h.
Review №44

Beautiful park for children. You can get the view of the Tampa Skyline. Its a spot for many fishing enthusiasts.

Ch
Review №45

Secluded place for a nice get away.

Ar
Review №46

I have great memories of this place. Highly recommend it if you want to celebrate 4th of July, and/or New Years eve with your special one

Em
Review №47

Clean park with restrooms and lots of seating. Beautiful pier to walk on and fish. The splash park was really busy with children.

Le
Review №48

Beautiful location. You can walk the dock or to the boulevard. Theres things for kids to do as well.

Sy
Review №49

Everytime I visit my hometown..Tama,FL. I visit Ballast Point. Spent lots of time there as a child. Beautiful park. Playground, picnic tables. Large beautiful old Oak trees. A beautiful Mural wall of sea creatures..

Lo
Review №50

My kids always loved this park. Great jungle gym, and young kids enjoy the water area.

Jo
Review №51

Splash pad, toddler gym, kids gym. Good parking. Cafe. Bike friendly. Fishing.

E
Review №52

Beautiful park. Gorgeous in everyway. There is a restaurant that serves delicious food and always has the greatest people working there. If your having a bad day, birthday party or event then this is the place to visit. Its great for just getting out the house or for a simple date. Please be wary of feeding the squirrels because although they are friendly they will gang up on you fast lol and take all your fries! Also, please do not trash the park, they try to eat the plastic and they choke.

_t
Review №53

Fish jump out the water, its definitely a vybe with the swings, a relaxing place and a family friendly fishing area

Da
Review №54

Great place to go for kids to play and to run bayshore without having to pay to park

La
Review №55

Love the ambiance, the seafood pladder was great good price for the variety, the fried pickles was awesome.

Ra
Review №56

Beautiful park. Something for everybody. Waterworks playground for the kids. Long fishing pier, Bait shop and a snack shop. Also public restroom

Jo
Review №57

Beautiful little water park lots of fun for little kids

Se
Review №58

Great place to get nice size fish if your not getting shark even if you dont try to get shark

Ca
Review №59

Disnt catch anything but had a great time with my family.

De
Review №60

Took the grandkids 7 & 4 they had a ball...restaurant and ice cream too! Tampa bay and the view are awesome.

Ni
Review №61

Very good hangout spot for late evenings. Has got a really long pier.

Ta
Review №62

Im almost 22 and I grew up at this park. Its always been amazing and a cute little park to go to and hang out in. Its grown up a lot since I was a little kid. They have a splash pad and a cool playground to take your kids. Also a great place to relax and enjoy the Tampa view

Ja
Review №63

A great place to relax or eat your lunch or late night snack! Open 24hrs for the fishing pier and boat ramp/dock. Restrooms, Cafe, and bait / tackle not available 24hrs. Still a great place to play Pokémon Go.

Ma
Review №64

Great place for little ones go in the morning the play ground gets hot .

Ca
Review №65

Great park and close to Bayshore. I love walking out on the pier and looking over the city. It’s always clean and lots of things to look at.

as
Review №66

We love ballast point park,my only complaint is the splash pad hasnt been on the last few times we have gone, Im assuming its due to covid. We love the pier and the little ice cream shop there.

Kw
Review №67

This is a good spot in Tampa. It is one of my favorite place to go. You will see the downtown Tampa for there. You can go fishing and spending a good time with family. They also provide a nice play area and free parking. If you get hungry, they have a little nice restaurant right next to the water. It’s super nice to go!! Check it out guys

An
Review №68

Great playground for kids. Also has a water splash pad. Love walking on the pier, but you can also go fishing there. Great view of downtown Tampa. Also has a restaurant there with a place to get ice cream! My kids love this place!

Is
Review №69

Love here great fishing spot. Island Vacation Travel Agency llc definitely recommends here

Sc
Review №70

Taste of Boston restaurant rt on the water at the fishing pier and sunrises

Ed
Review №71

The sunrise, the skies, the trails, the best place to be to experience views of Tampa Bay 5 out of 5 more like 10 out of 10.

cl
Review №72

Great place to bring kids to play in the park, or to fish off the pier.

Ev
Review №73

Very nice area in Tampa. They have the best ice cream shop

Ma
Review №74

My kids love playing in the water and the play ground

En
Review №75

Great place you can find what you want to get relax after hard

Jo
Review №76

I love this park so much things to do

Ka
Review №77

Nice park with a great view and a super cool wall mural. There were lots of parking spots, but we still had to park a bit away

Br
Review №78

The fishing and friendship are great, and Taste of Boston is open with social distancing seating. Come for the fun.

La
Review №79

My grandbaby and my nieces had a lot of fun

Je
Review №80

Family fun park. Good Pokemon Go location.

Re
Review №81

Absolutely wonderful place to fish. Several people told us that there are catfish, blue gill, sharks and blue crabs out there. My husband caught 7 blue gills and a blue crab. Fishing takes time, next time we come to Florida, this is place we will be. It was very clean, well kept and nice. Would definitely recommend to take the family and its dog friendly as well...

Bu
Review №82

Very relaxing here. I come and sit on the swings under the trees in front of the bay. Always a nice breeze. Makes for an easy time to read or just clear my mind. I try to make it out here each Saturday morning.

pa
Review №83

Nice and peaceful place for an evening walk and fishing. Must watch tourist stop in Tampa

Li
Review №84

Loved it!! It was a perfect day to have lunch with my grandson!!

Ev
Review №85

Been going since I was a little girl love it

St
Review №86

Beautiful park, but beware the squirrels, they are fearless. Hide your food.

sh
Review №87

-Good for spending evening-Nice restaurant of sea food-A nice wide peer-Well maintained-Park is very good for kids-Enjoyed evening-Beautiful view of Tampa downtown-Ample amount of parking available-Free parking-water games for kids

Ph
Review №88

Beautiful, clean, good fishing, water play ground, tables in the shade, swinging benches

ro
Review №89

Great park,splash area and restaurant. Have been going there for years. Our young guests love it. Often some good fishing off the pier.

Se
Review №90

Beautiful park. Great sites. Perfect for a quick family get together. Considering the size of the park, there are plenty of benches, tables, and even gazebos.

Be
Review №91

Nice park . Even at night theres people .

Ra
Review №92

The pier was a nice long jaunt into Tampa Bay. Its a wonderful place to spend a few hours fishing. They have a restaurant and a bait shop. There was also a fitness area, but that was beyond my scope.

Le
Review №93

Great kids play areas including a water feature. Plenty of seating and a beautiful view of the water and downtown Tampa. Also a boat ramp and pier. They just dont have enough parking.

Ri
Review №94

Nice park with fishing pier, playground and spray park. Parking is limited

Jo
Review №95

Great playground, little cafe and pier. Good jumping off point if you plan to bike Bayshore.

Ga
Review №96

Loved it! Great park!! I just used it as a start to my Bayshore walk/run but the park looked awesome! For being a park on Bayshore it’s got a solid amount of parking. Looks like there’s a restaurant and fitness/wellness too! Can’t wait to check it out further.

Al
Review №97

Park said closed, but you can still walk on the pier and around the park. One gate closes, but its no biggie

Ro
Review №98

Nice little park by the bay. Great little place to sit outside to enjoy nature for a sec, do a little fishing off the pier, launch a little boat, or have a little gathering in the park. Over all nicely maintained place...

Do
Review №99

Great place to get away near the water

Tr
Review №100

Nice place if you want to clear your mind

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  • Address:5300 Interbay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611, United States
  • Site:http://tampagov.net/parks-and-recreation/contact-us
  • Phone:+1 813-274-8615
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Boat ramp
  • Park
  • Playground
  • City park
Working hours
  • Monday:6am–8pm
  • Tuesday:6am–8pm
  • Wednesday:6am–8pm
  • Thursday:6am–8pm
  • Friday:6am–8pm
  • Saturday:6am–8pm
  • Sunday:6am–8pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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