Alderman's Ford Conservation Park - Hiking Spree - 2.3 Miles (up to 5 miles)

# 🌿 Alderman’s Ford Conservation Park Afternoon Hike

📅 Saturday, January 3rd ⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Alderman’s Ford Conservation Park
📌 Address: 100 Alderman's Ford Park Dr, Plant City, FL 33567
📏 Distance: ~3–5 miles (loop options)
⬆️ Elevation: Flat, some roots/sand
🐾 Dogs: Allowed, leashed
💲 Entry Fee: $2 per vehicle (county park fee)
Join us for a relaxed afternoon exploring Alderman’s Ford Conservation Park, a beautiful stretch of riverine forest along the Alafia River. We’ll follow a mix of paved paths, natural surface trails, and boardwalks with views of the water and old-growth trees. This is a great hike for most experience levels.

Hillsborough County Hiking Spree Map: Here
Alltrails: Here
Trail Scouts Avenza: Here

### What to Expect

• Comfortable, conversational pace
• Mostly shaded trails with river views and boardwalk sections
• Flat terrain with some roots and uneven spots
• Plan for about 2 hours on the trail

### What to Bring

• Water
• Comfortable walking/hiking shoes
• Bug spray
• Sun protection for more open areas
• $2 cash or card for park entrance

### Where We’re Meeting

We’ll meet inside the park near the main trailhead by the central loop once you come through the entrance at:
100 Alderman's Ford Park Dr, Plant City, FL 33567
Please try to arrive a few minutes early so we can start hiking right at 3:00 PM.
Come enjoy a peaceful afternoon along the Alafia River with good company and gorgeous scenery!