🥾 ActiveDay trip · from Tampa, FL
Creeks, Trails & Native Pines
Discover pristine creek ecosystems and towering native pines while hiking through one of Florida's most serene natural sanctuaries.
Day 1 — Colt Creek State Park
Day 1 — Colt Creek State Park
Day 1 — Colt Creek State Park
🚗 3 hr 8 min driving📍 4 stops
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Morning
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Drive
Tampa, FL → Colt Creek State Park
1 hr 3 min8:00 AM → 9:03 AM
Colt Creek State Park
★ 4.7Escape into pristine natural springs and lush cypress forests where you can swim, kayak, and spot native wildlife just an hour from Tampa.
9:03 AM📍 See location
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Lunch
🍽️ Lunch10:03 AM
Kafe Kokopelli
Discover a vibrant bohemian café atmosphere where you can relax with artisanal coffee and creative cuisine while soaking in local culture and charm.
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Afternoon
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Drive
Colt Creek State Park → Van Fleet Trail - Green Pond Trailhead
36 min12:00 PM → 12:36 PM
Van Fleet Trail - Green Pond Trailhead
★ 4.8Bike or hike 29 miles of flat, shaded rail trail through cypress swamps and pine forests, spotting alligators, turtles, and wading birds. Stop at scenic overlooks above tannic waters reflecting moss-draped trees.
12:36 PM📍 See location
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Evening
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Drive
Van Fleet Trail - Green Pond Trailhead → Steph's Southern Soul Restaurant
42 min5:00 PM → 5:42 PM
🍽️ Dinner5:42 PM
Steph's Southern Soul Restaurant
Refuel after your outdoor adventures with authentic, made-from-scratch Southern comfort food that celebrates traditional recipes and local ingredients.
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Drive
Steph's Southern Soul Restaurant → Tampa, FL
47 min6:42 PM → 7:29 PM
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