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Alafia River Corridor Nature Preserve - North
4.8 ★★★★★ 79 Google reviews · Running trail in Plant City, Florida · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- 8 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Alafia River Corridor Nature Preserve - North's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Former phosphate mine is now a nature preserve with hiking trails, camping, and picnic areas.
What runners say about Alafia River Corridor Nature Preserve - North
“From there you'll reach a scenic field and now you have to make a choice of which way to go (I recommend going right).”
“Mostly shaded and very few people so perfect for a peaceful hike.”
“Mostly shaded and very few people so perfect for a peaceful hike.”
We camped at the Bobcat site. The hike was good, the scenery great. There were orange trees, plenty of shade, and lots of birds. The bridge was my favorite part... so serene.
We had a wonderful time! Middle of the day on a Saturday and we were the only ones there. Beautiful long trail with lots of deer. Favorite trail so far!
Great trail. Plenty of elevation for locals seeking it. Several side trails to shorten or extend your hike. There is a clearing with a picnic table and fire pit near the body of water located toward the center of the area that would make for a good area to hang out at for awhile.
Beautiful Nature! Love seeing all the beautiful surroundings! Will definitely be back enjoyed the walk and picnic.
Trail conditions & character
“The first mile was a little muddy and several down trees you have to climb over and go under otherwise a fairly easy hike.”
“From there you'll reach a scenic field and now you have to make a choice of which way to go (I recommend going right).”
“Mostly shaded and very few people so perfect for a peaceful hike.”
“The first mile was a little muddy and several down trees you have to climb over and go under otherwise a fairly easy hike.”
“Beautiful 8 mile walk, mostly in the woods.”
“Mostly shaded and very few people so perfect for a peaceful hike.”
“Used Alltrails map which was different and longer than the map at the trailhead.”
Plan your run at Alafia River Corridor Nature Preserve - North
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- Loop distance8 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitehillsboroughcounty.org
- Phone+1 813-672-7876
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–6 pm |
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