Brooker Creek Preserve is a beautiful open space where the native creatures and plants of four different Florida ecosystems thrive. Here is where locals who live in Tarpon Springs and other cities in the state's most densely populated county can visit forested wetlands, oak hammocks, pine flatwoods and cypress domes all in one afternoon.
At nearly 9,000 acres, it's the largest natural preserve in the county and is close to your beautifully landscaped Pinellas County property. The diverse habitat protects the watershed that is vital to the animals and humans who live in Tarpon Springs and surrounding areas.
The preserve's interactive museum is a great place to begin your outdoor adventure with friends and family. It's located at 3940 Keystone Road in Tarpon Springs. Park rangers will lead you on guided hikes and tours of the densely forested wetlands. If you prefer to plan your own adventure, maps are available online.
The boardwalks and trails are open every day of the year and close before dark. Hikers follow two trails of nearly five miles over swamp boardwalks and along dirt roads bordered by tall purple grasses. Equestrians can enjoy nine miles of horse trails.
To plan your visit to Brooker Creek Preserve, visit the preserve online.
