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Hamner Tower: A Historic Lookout

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Discover Tampa's historic Hamner Tower, a preserved fire lookout offering a unique glimpse into the city's natural and cultural heritage.

Hamner Tower, built in 1937, is a historic fire tower located in Tampa, Florida. Once used by the Florida Division of Forestry, it's now a landmark in a county park, offering a glimpse into the area's rural past.

A brief summary to Hamner Tower

  • Tampa, Florida, 33613, US
  • Monday 8 am-9 pm
  • Tuesday 8 am-9 pm
  • Wednesday 8 am-9 pm
  • Thursday 8 am-9 pm
  • Friday 8 am-9 pm
  • Saturday 8 am-9 pm
  • Sunday 8 am-9 pm

Local tips

  • Visit in the early morning or late afternoon for the best lighting for photographs.
  • Take time to read the historical plaques around the tower to enhance your understanding of its significance.
  • Bring a picnic to enjoy in the surrounding green space for a relaxing afternoon.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From downtown Tampa, take the HART bus route 7 towards the University Area Transit Center. Get off at 30th St N & Fowler Ave. Walk east on Fowler Ave for about 10 minutes to reach Hamner Tower. A one-way bus fare is $2, and a day pass is $4.

  • Walking

    If you are near the University of South Florida (USF), head north on Bruce B. Downs Blvd. Turn right onto Fowler Ave and walk for about 0.5 miles. Hamner Tower will be on your left.

  • Driving

    Hamner Tower is located at 13850 North Blvd, Tampa, FL 33613. Parking is available on the right-of-way of North Blvd. Parking is free.

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Hamner Tower stands as a reminder of Tampa's past. Built in 1937, the 85-foot tower was initially a fire lookout, used when the area was dominated by dense woods. As Tampa developed, the tower became obsolete for fire detection.In the early 1990s, local residents rallied to save the tower and the surrounding land from development. Hillsborough County purchased the property, turning it into an urban wildlife preserve. Today, Hamner Tower Park provides a green space with the historic tower as its centerpiece. Visitors can explore the area, read informative plaques about the tower's history, and enjoy views of the surrounding city. The park is open daily from 8 AM to 9 PM.

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