Location: Ruskin
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Ruskin's location on the Little Manatee River, part of Tampa Bay's South Shore, gives residents and visitors easy access to traditional Floridian pursuits like fishing and boating. Simmons County Park has white sand beaches, mangrove trees, wildlife and views of Tampa Bay. Long an agricultural community focused on vegetable farming, Ruskin hosts its own farmers' market and a Tomato and Heritage Festival.
Restaurants in Ruskin
1. Little Harbor Watersports
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
We are Little Harbor Watersports, your best choice for boat rentals on Tampa Bay. Get ready for a day of Fun in the Sun! Our boats are well-maintained, equipped with sunshade bimini tops or T-tops, roomy and easy to pilot. Our boats come equipped with GPS systems to help you get where you're going; whether it's a popular fishing spot or visiting one of the area's islands and beaches.
2. Latitudes Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 108 reviews
Eco-Tours & Sunset Cruises - Guided Kayak Tours - Small-Group Bus Excursions in the Tampa Bay Area. Latitudes Tours specializes in relaxing and entertaining, expertly guided eco-tours, lunch, and dinner cruises aboard a comfortable covered tour boat. While onboard, you may encounter dolphins, manatees, birds, and more within our beautiful eco-system. Prices start at $25 for adults. Our guided kayak tours depart from several beautiful locations. Visit our website to check tour departure times and availability. Location: We are conveniently located 30 min. South of Tampa and 30 min North of Sarasota/Bradenton, just off I75. We are also 30 min. from downtown St. Petersburg.
3. Ruskin Family Drive-In
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4.5 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By Xian1234
Staying in Tampa with friends and decided to do something we have never done before. What a wonderful experience, $6 dollars per adult and $1 for kids (we don’t have any) Great food and drink options, decent pizza for $7 and hotdogs and hamburgers at $3 We had a great evening and would definitely go back when in Tampa.
4. Hydro Harvest Farms
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4.5 based on 21 reviews
We provide Hydroponic gardens for schools and backyards. We have a full line of hydroponic and garden supplies, organics, growing media,parts and service. From a one tower patio set up to a full size farm, we do it all.
Reviewed By scoopC5 - Riverview, United States
I love going and picking my own cukes. So delicious and yummy. Hydro farming at its best and John is a gem of a gent to talk with about this exciting type of farming.
5. E. G. Simmons Regional Park
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4.0 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By Lucky0420 - Bradenton, United States
A very nice stop! The bathroom was very nice, such a wonderful park! Beautiful view of Tampa! We had a great time with friends, had a picnic on the picnic bench. Boat launch, campground and park- I would definitely come here again!!! ????
6. Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By 915shawnm - Ruskin, United States
Not just the fishing. Birds, dolphins, cruising the waterways. Todd young is a fantastic captain and my grandson and son had a great time.
