Just south of Clermont, Florida you’ll find three big lakes that are part of Lake Louisa State Park—Louisa, Hammond, and Dixie. The park itself is massive, clocking in at 4,372-acres. While you don’t need to trek too far to get a glimpse of the shores of any of these lakes, we do have one particular trail that will lead you straight to natural beauty. There are plenty of hiking options for you to choose from in this state park, but, sometimes it’s best to start simple. Check out the Hammond Lake South Loop in Florida for an easy hike to the shores of Hammond Lake.  

Lake Louisa State Park has quite a few trail systems to check out, but if you want to start off easy, we recommend the Hammond Lake South Loop.

TripAdvisor TyDe_21

This 2.6-mile loop trail will take hikers around beautiful Lake Hammond, which is a peaceful serene trek through nature.

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There is very minimal elevation change throughout this trail which makes it a great option for beginners or nature lovers looking for something straightforward.

TripAdvisor The Bratton Family

You’ll start this hike at the very end of the campground behind a campsite and wander your way around Hammond Lake and back.

AllTrails Thomas Vickers

If you want a hike that will take you through real Florida, wildlife and all, this would be it.

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Plus, you can visit any of the other lakes during your afternoon and enjoy the beauty that each of them holds.

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The entire park is home to over 20 miles of trail systems, so if you want to tackle another hike during your trip, have at it!

AllTrails Amy Tremper

But you can always just savor one adventure at a time, and first, try the Hammond Lake South Loop in Florida.

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Have you ever hiked the Hammond Lake South Loop in Florida before? How about visited Lake Louisa State Park? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or, if you’re looking for more comprehensive information about this trail, check out the AllTrails website.

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Address: Lake Louisa State Park, 7305 US-27, Clermont, FL 34714, USA