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The trailhead for this scenic paved walk is located along Eureka Springs Rd in a large parking lot. There is a fee per vehicle entry- for the latest rates, please visit the park website at https://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/en/locations/eureka-springs-conservation-park There are an incredible amount of rare and unique plant species to observe in this area.

This route follows the red-blazed loop that leads visitors to a beautiful viewpoint of the Alafia River. The trail is mostly shaded and travels through a forested area. The trail can become muddy during wet conditions and waterproof shoes are recommended. Due to the closeness to roads in the surrounding area, traffic can sometimes be heard while hiking.

This route follows the red and blue trails to form a shorter loop that follows a beautiful creek. There are many opportunities to observe wildlife in the area here. For those wishing to extend their hike, make sure to check out the River Bend Trail Loop which takes visitors to an observation point along the Alafia River.

This is a flat and scenic loop around the equestrian park at Sydney Dover Conservation Area. This route travels through open sections as well as through forests with swamps along the way. Many wildlife can be seen, especially near the wetland areas. There is another trailhead located on State Route 60 at the southern end of the park.

This is a narrow path through a lush forest that can be unkept at certain times of the year. There are some terrific river and creek scenery along with a couple of cascades. The entrance is easy to miss; make sure to pay close attention to the directions. For more information about this park, please visit their website at https://www.tampabayconservancy.org/lands-protected