Fishing near Riverview, Florida
Hillsborough County, population 107,396.
- 2 milesto nearest lake
- 10launches nearby
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Fishing near Riverview
Riverview is a Hillsborough County community of 107,396. The nearest lake with an FWC fishing page is Steven J. Wortham Park Lake, 2 miles east of town. The closest named launch is Riverview Park Kayak Launch Dock, 3 miles away.
For saltwater, Riverview Park, Riverview is 3 miles off and the coast within 25 miles has 6 fishing piers. Offshore of Riverview, FWC tracks 53 reef sites inside 25 miles.
Lakes closest to Riverview
- Steven J. Wortham Park Lake2 miles east, 10 acres
- Edward Medard Reservoir11 miles northeast, 770 acres
- Gadsden Park Pond12 miles west, 48 acres
- Dover District Park Lake12 miles northeast, 14 acres
- Bobby Hicks Park Pond13 miles west, 25 acres
- Al Lopez Park Lake16 miles northwest, 10 acres
Moving water near Riverview
- Little Manatee River12 miles
- Hillsborough River19 miles
- Manatee River25 miles
Where to fish around Riverview
- Riverview Park Kayak Launch DockTampa Bay – Alafia River, 3 miles
- Riverview Public Boat RampTampa Bay – Alafia River, 3 miles
- Alafia River Public Boat RampTampa Bay – Alafia River, 4 miles
- Williams Park Public Boat RampTampa Bay – Alafia River, 5 miles
- Lithia Springs Park Canoe LaunchAlafia River, 6 miles
- Davis Island Public Boat RampTampa Bay – Hillsborough Bay, 10 miles
- MacDill AFB Marina (Military Recreational Facility)Tampa Bay, 10 miles
- Alafia River State Park – North Lakes Kayak AccessSouth Prong of Alafia River, 10 miles
- Alderman's Ford Park Canoe LaunchAlafia River, 11 miles
- Ruskin Commongood Public Boat RampLittle Manatee River, 11 miles
Straight line distances from the census center of Riverview.
Piers and bays near Riverview
Piers near Riverview
- Riverview Park, RiverviewAlafia River, 3 miles
- Williams ParkAlafia River, 5 miles
- MacDill AFB – Military onlyTampa Bay, 10 miles
- E. G. Simmons Park – Shelter 18Tampa Bay, 11 miles
- E. G. Simmons Park – Shelter 15Tampa Bay, 11 miles
- E. G. Simmons ParkTampa Bay, 11 miles
Bay pages near Riverview
- Hillsborough Bay7 miles
- Tampa Bay19 miles
- Old Tampa Bay20 miles
Flow near Riverview
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Alafia River At Us 301 At Riverview, Fl | 757 cfs, 1.72 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:00 pm |
| Bullfrog Creek Near Wimauma Fl | 152 cfs, 22.75 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:15 pm |
| Archie Creek At 78th Street Near Tampa Fl | 10 cfs, 21.90 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:00 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 12, 2026 5:35 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Tackle and charters in Riverview
Where to buy bait near Riverview
- Hooked Up Bait & Tacklebait and tackle, Gibsonton, 4 miles
- Alfaia Bait & Tacklebait and tackle, Gibsonton, 5 miles
- Boat US Marine Centerbait and tackle, Apollo Beach, 6 miles
- Bull Bay Tackle Cobait and tackle, Apollo Beach, 6 miles
- Bait & Tackle of Apollo Beachbait and tackle, Apollo Beach, 7 miles
- SolaSkins High Performance Bandanasbait and tackle, Apollo Beach, 7 miles
- Lands End Marinamarina, Apollo Beach, 7 miles
- Apollo Beach Marinamarina, Apollo Beach, 7 miles
Captains based in Riverview
- Barracudaville Sportfishing Chartersoffshore, Riverview, (727) 776-7335
- 1 866 Gamefish Incinshore, Riverview, (813) 671-1314
- Simply Kayak & Fishing Guided Tourinshore, Riverview, (813) 817-9085
- Florida Reels Fishing Chartersinshore, Riverview, (813) 220-6135
Riverview and nearby water, pictured
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Questions about fishing near Riverview
What lake can I fish near Riverview?
Steven J. Wortham Park Lake, 2 miles east.
What is the closest ramp to Riverview?
Riverview Park Kayak Launch Dock, about 3 miles off.
Where can I fish a pier near Riverview?
Yes, 6 piers within 25 miles; closest is Riverview Park.
Where do I buy bait in Riverview?
Try Hooked Up Bait & Tackle, the nearest listing.
Where do I find a guide in Riverview?
4 guides give Riverview as home.
Riverview is in which county?
Hillsborough County.
Is there offshore structure near Riverview?
FWC lists 53 sites inside 25 miles.
Which river is closest to Riverview?
Little Manatee River, roughly 12 miles from town.
Do visitors need a fishing license in Riverview?
Visitors can buy a 3-day freshwater license for $17.
Fish near Riverview this week
Every lake, launch and pier listed has its own page.