Alderman's Ford
9625 Canoe Launch Road, Lithia, FL 33547
Hours open
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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About the Business
Alderman's Ford Conservation Park, located at 9625 Canoe Launch Road in Lithia, Florida, is a historic site that offers a variety of outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts. The park was named after settler James Alderman, who built his homestead near the Alafia River in 1848.
One of the main attractions at Alderman's Ford Conservation Park is a 1.9 mile paved loop that follows the north and south prongs of the Alafia River, which is a popular spot for canoeing. The loop is also perfect for hiking, dog walking, and biking, with boardwalks and foot bridges that lead through shaded woods filled with cypress and oak trees.
Visitors to the park can enjoy birdwatching, fishing, and hiking in the lush woods, as well as camping at one of the four remote campsites available. Primitive campsites can be reserved by calling the park office, and there are also camping options for non-profit youth groups.
Please note that the playground at Alderman's Ford Conservation Park will be closed for construction starting on January 22, 2024. The reopening date will be announced once the project is completed. Visit Alderman's Ford Conservation Park for a day of outdoor adventure and exploration in a beautiful natural setting.
Reviews
"Nice 1.8 mile paved and boardwalk path for walkers runners and bikers. Dogs welcome on a leash. Thete is a $2 parking fee which is machine based and only takes dollar bills. It also doesn't give any change."
"Had a great day paddling down the river. Slightly faster than normal, but made for fun paddle. Stopped at the lunch spot and sat in the river on the rocks and ate out lunch. A few tricky areas, but navigatable without getting out of your boat"
"The nature trail is beautiful and we really love launching our kayaks here and paddling all the way to Lithia Springs State Park. We absolutely love coming up here. I believe it might be the closest cleanest Spring near me and it’s not far from home."
"Went for the walking trail. It was a great paved path. 1.8 miles took us around 2 hours with a 20month old who likes to walk on his own. Stopped for a snack lunch we brought at the canoe launch. There's also an elevated boardwalk which was beautifully surrounded by the river and nature."
"One of the best parks in Central Florida. A hidden gem. Plenty of trails, great scenery & wildlife, and a nice, big traditional park where you can have a picnic or BBQ. The highlight is the boardwalk area, which takes you deep into a Florida jungle. November 2022 visit: Hurricane Ian gave the park a real beating, but the crew has already cleared a lot of the debris. Unfortunately, some damage was done to the boardwalk—but most of it is still accessible."
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