John B. Sargeant Sr. Conservation Park is part of the Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Preserve and is best known for boating access to the Hillsborough River. Downriver, the Hillsborough River State Canoe Trail winds through a jungle of hardwood trees, lilies, and wading birds and is popular for both new and experienced paddlers. Upstream, the river widens to flow through the broad hardwood swamp known as the Seventeen Runs.

The site was formerly known as Flint Creek Park and was renamed in 1989 in memory of John B. Sargeant, Sr., who served as a member of the Hillsborough River Basin Board of the Southwest Florida Water Management District.

Park activities and features include a small boat ramp, picnicking, boardwalk, and fishing.

Resources

Canoe and kayak rentals

Canoe and Kayak Rentals are available 7 days a week from 8 AM until 1 PM.

  • Rentals are $25 for four hours, for on-site use only
  • To rent, visit the office
Eight kayaks on two racks in a wooded area
Kayak rental area at John B. Sargeant Conservation Park

Article Image Caption: A shelter at John B. Sargeant Conservation Park
Last Modified: 7/23/2025, 3:26:51 PM