Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Kaceys Custom Adventures Kayak Rentals and Tours
Crystal RiverClear kayak and paddleboard rental outfitter at Pete's Pier Marina, the closest shop to Three Sisters and Hunter Springs, offering manatee kayak tours including sunset and glow tours.
Kennedy Park
Crystal RiverCommunity park in Brooksville (recently renamed Coach Lorenzo Hamilton Sr. Park) with playground, ball fields, and mature oak shade trees, honoring the founder of Kennedy Park Little League.
Kings Bay Park
Crystal RiverDowntown Crystal River park and primary paddlecraft launch point on Kings Bay, featuring kayak rentals, a fishing dock, playground, picnic shelters, BBQ grills, and views of wintering manatees.
Lead Foot City
Crystal RiverA motorsports and entertainment complex in Brooksville featuring drag racing, drifting events, car shows, and live music. Hosts seasonal festivals combining motorsports with family-friendly activities.
Manatee Swim Center
Crystal RiverManatee tour operator in Crystal River offering classic, VIP, and sunrise swim tours with all snorkeling gear and wetsuits provided, guided by certified dive professionals.
May-Stringer House
Crystal RiverHistory artifacts & memorabilia on display in a Victorian home, with guided tours & ghost tours.
Paddletail Waterfront Adventures: Swimming with the Manatees
Crystal RiverCrystal River outfitter offering guided swim-with-manatees tours, kayak rentals, and eco-adventures, with expert guides and all gear included for 3-hour manatee encounters.
Pirate’s Revenge
Crystal RiverFamily water park attraction in Spring Hill featuring water slides including a 400-foot enclosed tube ride with 360-degree loops and back-to-back turns.
Riverbend Cattle Company
Crystal RiverFamily-owned cattle ranch and farm store on the Withlacoochee River in Floral City. Pasture-raised, 14-day dry-aged beef and pork sold at the ranch store, online, and at area farmers markets including Brownwood in The Villages. Ranch experiences and tours available.
Salt Marsh Trails - Crystal River Wildlife Refuge Complex Trailhead
Crystal RiverTrailhead for hiking through the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, offering boardwalks and paths through coastal salt marsh habitat with opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife viewing.
Snorkeling With Manatees
Crystal RiverGuided snorkeling tours in Homosassa offering in-water manatee encounters with provided gear and expert guides, departing from the east side of the marina on Cherokee Way.
Strong Tower Vineyard & Winery
Crystal RiverCertified Florida Farm Winery in Spring Hill growing Norton and Muscadine grapes since 2001, offering tastings, vineyard tours, and Friday evening food truck events on the veranda.
The Museum Cafe
Crystal RiverCuban cafe and printing museum on Yulee Drive near the Sugar Mill Ruins, serving hand-crafted Cuban sandwiches on authentic Ybor City bread, black beans and rice, and cafe con leche.
Three Sisters Springs Visitors Center for Swimming with Manatees
Crystal RiverPreserved area of springs & natural habitat for manatees with a boardwalk & trolleys for viewing.
Tom Varn Park
Crystal RiverSpacious park with open & forested areas, a fitness course, basketball softball & racquetball.
Wilderness Park
Crystal RiverNature preserve with picnic areas, over 60 mi. of forest trails & a river for canoeing & fishing.
Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park
Crystal RiverRoadside park with the remains of a 19th-century, steam-powered sugar mill, plus a pavilion & BBQs.