Alafia River State Park

Equestrian and Hiking Trail Changes

Alafia River State Park has completed trail blazing for the perimeter equestrian and hiking trail. From now on, the blue perimeter trail will be red.

GPS Navigational Issues

Some mapping software is leading visitors to inaccurate entrance to the park. The main park entrance leading to the ranger station and campground is located on County Road 39, not on Jameson Road. Please call the park office if you require directions.

Hours

8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year

Fees

$5 per vehicle

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Location

14326 S. County Road 39
Lithia FL 33547

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Contact Info

813-672-5320

Welcome to Alafia River State Park

Standing out from the relatively flat topography of Central Florida is Alafia River State Park, a reclaimed phosphate mine with some of the most radical elevation changes in the state. This makes it a hot spot for mountain bikers who traverse the scenic and challenging International Mountain Bike Association trails.

Equestrians and hikers can explore 20 miles of hilly trails through forests and flatwoods, stopping to relax and admire the park's pristine lakes.

Canoeing and fishing opportunities are available along the South Prong of the Alafia River with some lakes scattered throughout the park.

The park also offers picnic pavilions, a playground, a full-facility campground and a full-service bike shop.