Facility Overview

The Benito Activity Center Surface Lot serves as the primary parking facility for the Benito Activity Center and surrounding park grounds. This surface parking lot is designed for passenger vehicles and provides convenient access for visitors to the park’s recreational amenities, including the playground, sports fields, and community center facilities.

Access and Navigation

The lot features approximately 100 surface parking spaces. Access is straightforward, located directly off Cross Creek Blvd. As an open-air surface lot, it accommodates standard passenger vehicles with no significant height clearance restrictions, making it easily accessible for families and community members visiting the park.

Parking Rates and Operations

Parking at the Benito Activity Center is provided free of charge for patrons of the facility and park visitors. There are no complex booking requirements or digital payment systems needed, as it operates as a standard public-access lot maintained by the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department.

Security and Amenities

The lot is situated in a high-visibility, public recreation area. While it does not feature gated security, it benefits from the presence of the staffed Benito Activity Center during operating hours. The location is well-lit and designed for high-turnover recreational use.

Strategic Suitability

This lot acts as the primary parking hub for the Cross Creek recreation corridor. It is an ideal starting point for those utilizing the park\'s walking trails and sports facilities, and it provides ample space for groups gathering for community events at the activity center.