My husband & I stumbled upon this park when looking for things to do in Fredericksburg. We will be relocating in the coming months & wanted to get to know the area! The park is pretty big. There are a ton of trails, picnic tables, playgrounds for the kiddos, & a stream that runs all the way through the park. It's a great spot to take family photos and to enjoy one with nature! We love taking our dogs & letting them play in the stream. We have only gone to the park during the fall/winter time, so I can only assume how busy it is in the summer. The trails are dog friendly & we always stumble upon a new trail when visiting (who wants to do the same trail over & over again? Not me!). If you bring the doggies, make sure to also pack a towel & some water. There is no dedicated water station for them. I can't recall if there are poop stations along the trails, so bring those too! I also recommend calling the park ahead of time to see if they are open. There are times after a heavy rainfall that the stream is too high to cross with a vehicle. In this case, you'll have to park on the outside of the park. Another big thing is you have to drive pass an apartment complex (kinda weird I know) in order to enter the park. Don't be alarmed though! You will definitely see the park entrance if you keep going. I give this park a 5 star because it never disappoints. There is always something to do & my fur babies love it. I will definitely be back & can't wait to check it out in the summer! If you are in the Fredericksburg area, go to Alum Spring Park & enjoy the beautiful nature views! read more

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Great park and playground for kids. Beautiful streams and walking trails. Definite must visit in Fredericksburg.

We loved the playground here! It's hard to find the entrance. Navigate to the College Heights Pool then just keep going a couple hundred more feet and you'll see a white open gate. There's a couple parking spots right there in the gravel, but cross through the washed out road and find paved parking with grills and picnic tables and a big updated playground. White sand, tree roots and lots of shade made it not very stroller friendly to cross to the playground. read more

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Fantastic park tucked away behind an apartment complex right in the middle of Fredericksburg. You drive right through a little stream (across a concrete bed) to get into it but I drive a low sitting Mustang and it forded the river just fine. The park is very nice with more trails than I would have imagined in this little park. I usually run the fitness trail up on the top with a couple pull up bars and a spot for push ups and sit ups. The river is very slow and deep in parts which makes for a good dip on a hot day. There's an overlook with a rock ledge along the river that provides some very memorable pictures. The park is also dog friendly and you'll find plenty of people walking the trails with their canine companion. There are facilities including some picnic shelters, bathrooms, grills, and a bridge across the river if you want to walk to the park. read more

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This spot does not have a dog park. It is dog friendly. However also very dangerous to drive into so be careful as you go literally through the creek to get there. read more

Great place to relax, grill and eat at picnic tables, walk the trails, cool off in the stream. I like to take my dog there. She loves it.

Pretty confusing, no trails were not marked so we had to wander around till we saw people come out of the trails. The water views were nice, once we found it, it was easier to follow everything through read more

If I were to tell you there was a great park in Fredericksburg and that the only way to get to it was to drive into an apartment complex, drive behind the buildings and through a gathering stream, would you believe me? Alum Springs is a great little city park. This wooded park is located at the end of Greenbrier Apartments. It is equipped with a picnic shelter, picnic tables, restrooms, grills, play equipment, walking paths, and a fitness trail. The park is completely shaded due to the tree canopies and offers great running trails. The weekends there is someone at post in the booth to charge a fee, during the week it's free. ~ read more

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Very scenic walking trail in the fall time! Great for pets and families. There's a road for running, but the off-road trail is really just for walking. I walked this trail with my girlfriend and we enjoyed it. There's a spot for parking up the hill past the bridge to your right. read more

I love this hidden gem! Plenty of picnic tables and spots to hang out. Very foresty and serene with lots of access to the river/water. There seem to be lots of different trails to different places so it's a really fun place to explore. It isn't really a "difficult" hike or a place for a great workout but if you're looking for a place to walk the dog or explore nature, this is a good spot. read more

A hidden gem in Fredericksburg...I guess...looks no different then the other grassy green areas in VA... I just want to say if i was ever born in anywhere that is country i know for sure i would envy city life....this area is pretty big but since Iv been to so many parks/national parks this wasn't really anything special compared to the other places Iv been....Plus the drive to the park is already annoying... the surrounding areas...green and pretty...mini water trails for you to enjoy... There's a lot of bugs and the area is a little steep so be sure to wear popure attire Best to the luck! read more

This is a family friendly park with great trails to walk and a fun playground for the kids. There are also areas to enjoy a picnic (tables/grills). I also find that this location is great for family portraits as there always seems to be a good amount of people using the area for portrait photography (I have done so myself). The creek is fun for kids to play in and my 7 year old daughter enjoys walking the trails and climbing under the big rock cliff structure. Great little find tucked away just minutes from central park area in Fredericksburg, VA. read more

Small park at the end of the road where there is an apartment complex. You cross any area that may have water flowing across and drive up a bend to a parking area. It was busy during a weekday with folks with their kids and young people. I was sad to see trees here that have been marred with "old-fashioned" graffiti. read more

We love this park! Lots of things to do...trails, playground, swings and picnic tables. It's a great park to go for the day with family. I've priced renting the park for a birthday party before and it was pretty high though. read more

Splendid park hidden away in the middle of the city. The playground is nice and shaded, and there are plenty of picnic tables. The trails that wind through the woods are the best in town for interesting things so see, and the creek is beautiful. Watch out though for abundant poison ivy and a few snakes along the trails. Note: You pass through an apartment complex to get to the park, just keep going and cross the creek - you'll find it. read more

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By far my favorite park in fredericksburg! Beautiful walking trails next to a quite little stream! read more

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I love being outside so I suppose most parks would get 5 stars however I really love alum springs because the play ground equipment is shaded under these great trees. There is a great creek for the kids to skip stones in or go exploring. And it has really great hiking trails (if you're looking for a longer hike check out Caledon State Park) Alum Springs is a short but still a beautiful and fun hike. It's very family friendly and even you little guys can do the hike with you probably about half a mile. read more

Stopped nearby to get gas and thought it would be good to stretch our legs a bit. This is what a park is supposed to be. Loved it that the kid could splash around in the crick, throw rocks, and have fun. If we're ever back in area again, we'll be back to do some more exploring. For everyone else coming, please do your part and pick up your trash to keep the park beautiful. I picked up quite a bit from someone else's water balloon fight. read more

The kids love when you have to drive your vehicle through the shallow water to get there.They have a playground,one for younger ones & one for a little bit older kids.There is plenty of space to have a picnic on their many tables & grills.They have one area with shelter above you with many picnic tables.There is a bathroom & drink machines.There are many trails to walk on,one paved & many through the woods.Be careful because we have seen many snakes in this park & wear bug repellent for all the bugs!My kids love running across the bridge & throwing rocks in the water.Wear proper footwear because there are many steep spots & they are close to the edge.Love this park! read more

Alum Spring is one of the best places the visit in Fredericksburg! This is definitely nature at it's best, there's even a jumping rock you can go to and swim. Definitely relaxing and fun for everyone, there's a park for the kids and tons of hiking trails. It's awesome. read more

Alum Springs is a great place to visit. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ADDRESS ON THIS SITE IS INCORRECT!! It is located at the end of Greenbriar Dr off of Rte 3. read more

What a great park for the whole family. It's so much fun to bring a packed lunch, play on the playground, then take a wonderful stroll through the wooded trails. best part is if you get over heated, go take a splash in Alum Springs. love It! Definitely one ow our favorite places. read more

This is an awesome place for families and teens to go adventure or picnic at the park right in Fredericksburg! There are several places along the creek to swim in and even some rocks to jump off of into the creek. I definitely recommend this park as it has something for everyone to enjoy. read more

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A really amazing historical place! I like to imagine George Washington playing there when he was a kid. The mountain laurel in bloom in early to mid may are stunning. read more