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Summary: From the described parking area, the trail begins as a single-track, winding through a heavily forested section. This particular trail will be marked Trail 2. Eventually Trail 2 opens up to an old sanded road. Various trails, all marked by numbers, wind through the area. During the wet season, several sections of the trails could require a bit of wading, however we visited in December and all trails were dry. Trailhead: We parked at the Pinecrest Little League Field. There is a large sign with a hiker marker. (Lat:27.87113 Lon:-82.13381) Trail Guides for Alafia River Corridor Nature Preserve: Best Seasons: Spring, Winter, User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: Southwest Florida Water Management Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Team GeoManhattan, who has posted 1 other hike on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Wacasers on 4/9/2007 Hiked with all the kids 4/07 Beautiful!!! Had a picnic lunch in the shade. The little guys napped for an hour or so under a big oak in the meadow, while the older ones explored and discovered a really cool ant bed made from clay/dirt. This is not our first hike on this trail, our first time last fall, we saw a mother sow and her piglets. This trail has been well maintained the two times we went. Hats, Water, Sunscreen, Snacks, bugs???? Hasn't been a problem, but we are always gone before dusk, start early enjoy the whole day.
Reviewed by Kelly on 1/8/2007 Hiked trail on 1/7/07. A tail map can be found at http://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/parks/resources/forms/conservationservices/elapp125.pdf Almost all the trails are double track. Most of the trails looked like they were recently mowed, so hiking was easy. The tails go through hardwood forests, along side of an active railroad, up an down large hills, and through a meadow (trails 1A and Loop). There are a few unnamed trails and border trails, but for the most part the trails are well marked. You can easily plan a 10 mile trek with little back tracking. There were no trail maps at the start of Trail 2, so print a map from the Hillsborough County web site. This was a very enjoyable hike that I plan to hike again.
Reviewed by Cheryl on 7/31/2006 I really enjoy the hikes at this location. It is longer than the 4.5 miles if you actually do the side trails as well. While the first part of the trail (2 miles from parking) is shady, there is much in the wide open so sun screen is important and you do not want to be out there in the heat of the day! Enjoy 
Reviewed by MJ on 8/6/2005 This trail was seriously overgrown 08/06/05. I emailed the county asking them to clear it. There was a used condom and wrapper on the trail about 100' from the park (gross). I'm going to give this trail another go, but probably in the winter. Make sure you bring your machete + bug spray. There are trail guides at the entrance that include a map. It indicates a trail length of approximately 9 miles (not 4.5 as previously posted). I have photos posted on my site or you can email me for more information. medalian1.com medalian1@gmail.com Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Florida Hiking, Florida Trails, Florida Hikes, Hillsborough County Hiking, Hillsborough County Trails, Hillsborough County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
