At Sims Park, bask in the sunshine on one of the many benches edging the river and bird watch. Perhaps you may even see a gentle manatee. A visit to Withlacoochee River Park brings foot trails, a fishing dock, picnic shelters and playgrounds and a canoe launch. Pasco County’s only state park, Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park, is brand new and early in its development, but is open for public enjoyment.

James E. Grey Preserve is 50 acre of wetlands and 30 aces of uplands with an exceptional array of wildlife on a prehistoric hunting camp by American Indians. A canoe launch beckons you.