Get outside, unplug, and sleep under the stars!

March 22, 2025, 6:00 PM UTC - March 23, 2025, 1:00 AM UTC
Stephen J. Wortham Park
In-Person
Up to 150 people can attend this year's event.

Explore the great outdoors at the Annual Great American Campout. Families can learn how to camp with Hillsborough County experts! Activities will include a tent and camp clinic, basic paddling and canoeing, fishing, hiking, outdoor cooking demonstration, campfire basics and safety, and campfire stories.

Things to know

  • There is a $2 participation fee - you must pre-register
  • Weather cancellations are possible
  • Participants under 18 must be accompanied by adult
  • Maximum of 300 participants

Things to bring

  • Food
  • Water
  • Tent
  • Sleeping bag and pillow
  • Smores ingredients
  • Change of clothes
  • Bug spray
  • Sun screen
  • Flashlight
  • Binoculars

Contact

For any questions email Dan MacWhorter or call (813) 599-6469.

Last Modified: 12/12/2025, 8:53:45 PM