The landscape in Pasco presents a unique blend of plants, animals, winding rivers and wetlands, all waiting to be explored. The shady, slow-moving rivers, natural springs, a Gulf shoreline and moss-draped oaks lend themselves to great bird watching, horseback riding and hiking expeditions.

NATURAL ATTRACTION LISTINGS

Pasco County is a great birding destination because of its west central location. Birds from both the north and south can be observed.

For more, call the West Pasco Audubon Society at 727-372-9640. Click here for the Natural Florida Photo Contest! For more bird information visit the Great Florida Birding Trail.

TAKE A HIKE- One of the best ways to explore Pasco’s natural beauty is take a stroll or bike ride along the Suncoast Trail, blooming throughout the year with hundreds of wildflowers, below.

Or take a hike on a number of other trails throughout the county including Withlacoochee River Park. For more trails go to Visit Florida's Hiking Trails Brochure.