For avid mountain bikers, hikers, or just anyone who can appreciate the best Florida nature has to offer, we have an incredible state park that should be on your list. Alafia River State Park in Florida has tons of outdoor activities to enjoy, plus the scenery is about as expansive and serene as you can get. Check out what was once an old phosphate mine that is now the perfect place to spend a weekend.

Alafia River State Park is a beautiful park system in Florida that offers some of the biggest elevation changes around.
AllTrails Brian Northrup
What was once an old phosphate mine now has become a natural hotspot for mountain bikers, hikers, and horseback riders alike.
AllTrails Janelle Sutphen
Visitors can camp within the park and then wake up to hit the trails that are equally as scenic as they are challenging.
TripAdvisor Angela R
With over 20 miles of trails, you’ll be wandering through the forests and flat woods throughout, with views of the varying lake systems.
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Don’t worry if you don’t have a mountain bike either, you can rent a bike at the park so that you can enjoying the winding bike trails.
AllTrails Mac McCraw
No matter the way you want to spend your day in nature, outdoor enthusiasts will love a visit to Alafia Springs State Park.
AllTrails Joy Linehan
Alafia River State Park is open from 8 a.m. to sundown 365 days of the year, and the entry fee is $5 per vehicle.
AllTrails Jared Rose
To locate where Alafia River State Park is and to find out the exact location from where you are click here to open the map.
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Have you ever been to this state park in Florida before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or if you’re looking for more information about this park, check out the Florida State Parks page.

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