Starkey Wilderness Preserve

Category: Nature preserve

Address: Florida 34654, USA

Reviews

Shadow

Mar 12, 2022

Lovely park, much different than any of the others in this area. But much more to do. One of my favorites in old Pasco.

Sara McGregor

Jun 19, 2020

I hike out here a lot. Its very relaxing.

Thondor In The House Da Money House

Mar 7, 2020

This is a great place to get your Walk on! They also have cabins and camp sites. Allot of nature trails too. Love this place. Keep Smiling life is Awesome!

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Questions & Answers

Is this still a wilderness park? It no longer shows up green on Google Maps.

Matthew Behunek | Aug 24, 2018
Dave Miller | Aug 24, 2018

Yes

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Is small gasoline generator allowed at the tent camp sites?

Xang Khang | Aug 24, 2019
Pedro Evangelista | Aug 24, 2019

No but call the for more information. 👍

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Are dogs allowed at the cabins

Robert Fitzner | Aug 24, 2019
Jeff Gauvreau | Aug 24, 2019

Yes but they must be under reasonable owner control ( a leash) and the owner must provide water and clean up after the animal.

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how far from the beach

Rhonda Dinoo | Aug 24, 2019
Headliners Only | Aug 24, 2019

Depends on what beach you are asking about

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Are dogs allowed to camp with you?

Eric McWilliams | Aug 24, 2019
Joe Cornwall | Aug 24, 2019

Dogs are allowed in the park but they should be kept on a leash according to the rules. No problems with your dog camping with you.

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What kind of Pokemon can you catch there?

Corey Neishleb | Aug 24, 2018
Azriell | Aug 24, 2018

Currently it's a Kabuto nest.

Is the park dog friendly

Kristine Walker | Aug 24, 2018
Ana Florida | Aug 24, 2018

A lot of people walk with dogs, all leashed .

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Is there Overnight tent camping

James Johnson | Aug 24, 2018
Keil Croker | Aug 24, 2018

Yes

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How do i rent for the tents

Linda Veneziano | Aug 24, 2018
Ana Florida | Aug 24, 2018

Pasco County, FL Camping Information Camping Information: There are 16 tent camp sites with restrooms and showers and a small shelter.  On the hiking trail, there are three remote (primitive) camping sites without any facilities. Tent camping is $10/night April-September and $15/night October-March. Primitive camping is $5/night year round. Group site tent camping fees are as follows: 9-16 persons is $20/$25 night; 17-24 persons is $25/$30 night; 25-32 persons is $30/$35 night; 33-40 persons is $35/$40 night.  Groups reserving the entire tent camping area may be made up to 90 days in advance. (Group and individual weekends alternate). Only two tent sites per individual per weekend. Only two cars are permitted to park free with camping reservation. Cabin Information: Large cabin (8 people max) $30/$35 night  Pavilion and shelter reservations can be made online or you can visit one of the following locations and pay on site: Payment Options:  1) Pay with credit card online ($2.00 c

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What animals are in park?

Lynn Grande | Aug 24, 2018
Martin Danser | Aug 24, 2018

There was a story in the YouTube comments under an episode of Sasquatch Chronicles, where a man said his family seen a skunk ape near the bike trail. I've spent a lot of time in Starkey. I've camped alone in the remote campsites. If there was a skunk ape there, it may have seen ME, but I never seen him/her - lol. That comment was from around 2014 - 2016, and I cannot remember the actual episode. Whether you are a believer or not, it was still interesting.

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Are you open today

Jay Bix | Aug 24, 2018
Jessika Bland | Aug 24, 2018

All county and state parks are closed on Christmas.

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Are you allowed to herp for snakes there?

Jaay Zenobia | Aug 23, 2020
Kenny Tudor | Aug 23, 2020

No

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Are dogs allowed on leash?

Rodney Miller | Aug 24, 2019
John Tanczos | Aug 24, 2019

Yes, leash required NO longer than 6 feet.

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Is there a dog park?

Greg A | Aug 24, 2019
Shawn williams | Aug 24, 2019

yeah there's no enclosed area for dogs at JB Starkey park but there's plenty of areas to walk your dog on a leash and some very big open field you can probably lett the dog run around in a little bit

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how much is it to camp at JB starkey park.

Alice Archambault | Aug 24, 2019
Daniel Bowles | Aug 24, 2019

I think 15 a night but 100 percent.i actually just past thru the kiosk earlier and i meant to check otw out but forgot .

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Can you metal detect in the park.

Commander Noob Jank Apprentice | Aug 24, 2019
Russ Singleton | Aug 24, 2019

Yes. Just don't disturb the gopher tortoises nests.

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Can we sleep with our RV at the park?

Odette Matte | Aug 24, 2019
Randall Scott | Aug 24, 2019

Yes! They have RV hooks ups

How to rent tent spot

james robinson | Aug 24, 2019
Amanda Moody | Aug 24, 2019

When I looked up the phone number you can go on the website and look up the phone number to JB Sparks Starkey park they told me to call the Holiday rec center to rent a Pavilion so I assume you would do the same thing call the Holiday Rec Center and you can go there and pay to rent a spot

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Do the camp sites have electricity?

Elena Peercy | Aug 24, 2019
Humble Be9st | Aug 24, 2019

No.

Do campsites have elective and water

Monty Michael | Aug 24, 2019
Brian Morrison | Aug 24, 2019

No they don't. There's a main public restroom building with an outlet and showers but that's it. The cabins have electric but I don't think they have water either.

What all is inside the cabins? Are there any pictures of the insides. Looking for a family vacation spot.

Barbara Whitmer | Aug 24, 2019
Kurtis Jay | Aug 24, 2019

No nothing... Bare... Bunk beds and glassless windows... And a door with a screen...

Can you fish there

Walter Navarro | Aug 24, 2019
Tammy Jo | Aug 24, 2019

Yes, and camp along with horseback riding

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What are the inside of the rental cabins look like

LoneWolf | Aug 24, 2019
Jeff Gauvreau | Aug 24, 2019

I have been to the park hundreds of times and I can say that every service or facility has been in perfect order. It is a beautiful place and I am not certain, I would be willing to go on a limb and say that they are probably pretty darn nice. Maybe not huge, however they really run a tight ship expect quality but not large.

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Am I able to fly my drone?

SmokeMyJohnson | Aug 24, 2019
Jeff Gauvreau | Aug 24, 2019

First, without exception, you You must be a Liscensed pilot and the drone must be registered and properly labeled. Next, Call the park office and ask for a day of permission. The Ranger has no problem letting you fly if they have NO reservations for the park that day. I have a verbal no recording agreement, however they have never said "not" to record. Follow all Federal laws including top and bottom deck, proper flight etiquette, and properly operated Radio frequency use. Have fun and be safe.

How much are the cabins to rent

aLiCiA HoLmStRaNd (CiCi) | Aug 24, 2019
Woody Welch | Aug 24, 2019

When I was there 2 years ago it was like $35 per night

I am staying in a cabin at SWP. I think I have to register before 6PM. Am I able to come and go after that? Code etc?

A Google User | Aug 24, 2019
Joshua C | Aug 24, 2019

The code should be on your paperwork if not there is a station where someone can help or at least a phone number that you can call listed there

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Do we need to reserve a pavilion

Karen Stanek | Aug 24, 2019
Ryan Mitroka | Aug 24, 2019

Yes, on the pasco county website

Are there any bicycle groups or clubs that meet here?

Marissa 4Prez | Aug 24, 2019
Angelina Duro | Aug 24, 2019

I have seen groups of people ride there but don't know anything about it try calling the park they might have more info

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When is the next stargazing event? I try to look it up I can't find any dates other than the ones that have already passed. Thank you

Belinda Toole | Aug 24, 2018
TERESA WRAY | Aug 24, 2018

The information is on their Facebook page. The next one I see is September 29.

Can you stay for months at a time?

Valerie Larson Helms (Sorcery) | Aug 24, 2018
M C | Aug 24, 2019

If you stay a week and want one more can you reserve a cabin again or can your spouse?

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can you be a CIT at the age of 13????????????????

Kristine Fletcher | Aug 24, 2018
Susan Ciarlone-Smith | Aug 24, 2018

You would have to contact them. They do have a phone number. There is also a kiosk and someone will probably be there. Hope this helps.

My family of 4 are renting a cabin for the first time ever this November. What should I bring? (Sheets or sleeping bags? Soap for showers or baby wipes? Other helpful items for first time campers?)

Lyndsay Barrow | Aug 24, 2018
Ana Florida | Aug 24, 2018

Great advise Lisa, Prepare for the night as well, lanterns too. I also take bikes.

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How safe is this park for a woman and her child to run or play in? Are there rangers that drive around a decent amount?

Virginia Eckenrode | Aug 24, 2018
Shawnee Montaldi | Aug 24, 2018

Its very safe ive been going there since i was in middle school and i can't remember there ever being reports of anything happening there

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Yes. However, you do get the occasional idiots whom are walking their dog without a leash on the wrong side of the road (not the trail) that glare at you. Please observe the Florida statutes concerning dogs so it can remain friendly.

Susan Ciarlone-Smith | Aug 24, 2018
Sam Taylor | Aug 24, 2018

The unleashed dogs in the park are not good !

How's the bike trail?

Jeffrey Osborne | Aug 24, 2018
Cuin Az | Aug 24, 2018

Excellent. Paved. Lots of fun. Can go short or for 5 miles

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Can I bring my dog back country primitive camping? Thxs

Ei Pi | Aug 24, 2018
Shawnee Montaldi | Aug 24, 2018

Yes just have to keep on a leash or runner if i remember right

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Does Starkey park have frisbee golf?

James Lewis | Aug 24, 2018
Jeremy Edwards | Aug 24, 2018

Nope, but there is plenty of room there though. Medard Park has a cool course, but it is in Brandon.

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Do they have any kind of archery leagues or competitions at this park ?

Joe Farthing | Aug 24, 2018
Eugene Eugene | Aug 24, 2018

No sport events there

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Is there fishing

Gary Goldman | Aug 24, 2018
Shawnee Montaldi | Aug 24, 2018

There are a few places to fish but its not known for fishing most the water that id accessible to the public are small channels of the anclote river

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Curious....what are all the little (and some big) mounds of sand that look sort of like big anthills?

Jean Sands | Aug 24, 2018
Roderic Boutin | Aug 24, 2018

They are in fact non of the above answer with no visible ants the are not from snakes do to the lack of arms or feet to create any such mound armadillos do not create mounds. Moles are close but moles make tunnels not mounds. They are from pocket gophers the are the size of a squirrel with no tail. Harmless and rarely seen most often the create lots of mounds do to they come out of one and reburrow in another they cover the openings to keep predators from easily finding them.

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What is primitive camping? Not sure what it means but says cost is $5/day u have your own camping spot right?

Sam Snead | Aug 24, 2018
z z | Aug 24, 2018

no bathrooms or shower ,tent camping off the grid .

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Can you bring your dog to rent a cabin at Starkey park

Chris Lanni | Aug 24, 2018
M C | Aug 24, 2019

No pets in cabins or camping areas. Only daytime use areas with leash.

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Can you fish in the park?

Kenneth Dockery | Aug 24, 2018
Robert Markle | Aug 24, 2018

You could fish but you won't catch!😀

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Are there cabins for rent on park ?

Richard Biebel | Aug 24, 2018
Richard Biebel | Aug 24, 2018

Do you know what the cabins cost to rent ?

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Emergency # combination they gave me for gate is not working

Fatima Cardoso | Aug 24, 2018
Kathie Davis | Aug 24, 2018

I don't know the combination but there is always a park ranger on the property at the big house.

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How long can u camp and can u just show up on vacation in rv or have to make reservations

Robert Perkins | Aug 24, 2018
Fun Family Films | Aug 24, 2018

From the pascocountyfl website ...There are 16 tent camp sites with restrooms and showers and a small shelter.  On the hiking trail, there are three remote (primitive) camping sites without any facilities. Tent camping is $10/night April-September and $15/night October-March. Primitive camping is $5/night year round. Group site tent camping fees are as follows: 9-16 persons is $20/$25 night; 17-24 persons is $25/$30 night; 25-32 persons is $30/$35 night; 33-40 persons is $35/$40 night.  Groups reserving the entire tent camping area may be made up to 90 days in advance. (Group and individual weekends alternate). Only two tent sites per individual per weekend. Only two cars are permitted to park free with camping reservation, visitors are required to pay the $2.00 parking fee. Cabin Information: Small cabin (4 people max) $20/$25 night and Large cabin (8 people max) $30/$35 night

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Any decorations this year?

Carol Engle | Aug 24, 2018
RICHIE CHANDLER | Aug 24, 2018

Nature is a glorious decoration that humans can't compete with.

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Are there any cabins for Christmas

Brigitte Flowers | Aug 24, 2018
Kathie Davis | Aug 24, 2018

Yes there are cabins but only a few and I would bet that they are booked through Christmas by now but call the park office and ask. It is a beautiful park.

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Are the christmas lights open this year.

Laura McCarthy | Aug 24, 2018
mcnewby | Aug 24, 2018

Didn't see any when there last Friday 12/8.

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Will Starkey be doing the Christmas lights drive through this year?

Danielle Elovich | Aug 24, 2018
Kathie Davis | Aug 24, 2018

Nothing about it on their website or their Facebook page , they are only mentioning the event at safety town, don't think that they are doing it.

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What are the rates? Tent sites, and or cabins.

Robbie Ortiz | Aug 24, 2018
Richard Parker | Aug 24, 2018

Cabins are $30-35 depending on what time of the year you plan to go. April-September is 30, October thru March is $35.

Is The park doin Halloween in the dark tonight

Bonita Diaz | Aug 24, 2018
Papa Furbz | Aug 24, 2018

6p 10/20/17, 10/21/17, 10/27/2017, 10/28/2017 This is also known as "Scream Acres".

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When is the hog hunt and how do I get a limited entry

Darryl Macintosh | Aug 24, 2018
Shaun Sanders | Aug 24, 2018

I would also recommend calling

Are there bears in Starkey preserve

Donald Meister | Aug 24, 2018
Shaun Sanders | Aug 24, 2018

I've spent a lot of time there with my family and friends, have not seen any bears. Although it wouldn't surprise me to hear of one passing through; it would be very rare for 2017. Lots of deer and gopher tortoises. Years ago there was a Florida black bear near the Hillsborough River close to Sulphur Springs, ecologists said it probably followed the river from central Florida. Starkey is beautiful.

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Is starkey park open following hurricane Irma

Kathy Mcmurtry | Aug 24, 2018
Mark Jelicks | Aug 24, 2018

True....

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Is the park open. I went yesterday and it was still closef

Lois Schweitzer | Aug 24, 2018
Mark Jelicks | Aug 24, 2018

Yes its open.

Does anybody know if Starkey park mountain bike trails are open today or closed due to high water

Jordan Russel | Aug 24, 2018
mcnewby | Aug 24, 2018

Trails are open but not passable. Water has pooled to nearly waist high at some points along the trails.

Can I stay here for an extended period of time?

Valerie Larson Helms (Sorcery) | Aug 24, 2018
Melinda Russek | Aug 24, 2018

Yes

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Can you kayak here.

Joseph Hunt | Aug 24, 2018
Meg Mills | Aug 24, 2018

No, there's no area to kayak.

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