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Local Directory

Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region

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Chassahowitzka Wildlife Management Area

Chassahowitzka Wildlife Management Area

Attraction
Crystal River

Set on 24,243 acres, this scenic area boasts hiking trails, kayaking, a gun range & wildlife views.

family-friendly
Churchhouse Hammock Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park

Churchhouse Hammock Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park

Attraction
Crystal River

Boardwalk trail in the Crystal River Preserve featuring scenic marshes & native wildlife.

family-friendly
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

Other
Crystal River

An undeveloped winter haven for endangered manatees, with a picnic area, bay views & a gift shop.

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge & Visitor Center

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge & Visitor Center

Attraction
Crystal River

An undeveloped winter haven for endangered manatees, with a picnic area, bay views & a gift shop.

family-friendly
Crystal River Preserve State Park

Crystal River Preserve State Park

Attraction
Crystal River

20 miles of coastline with islands, inlets, trails, wildlife viewing, fishing & a visitor center.

family-friendly
Eco-Walk Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park

Eco-Walk Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park

Attraction
Crystal River

Entryway to the 7-mile trail system of a vast wildlife & nature conservation area along the coast.

family-friendly
Explorida - Manatee Swim Tours

Explorida - Manatee Swim Tours

Attraction
Crystal River

Federally permitted manatee swim tour operator in Crystal River's National Wildlife Refuge, offering guided three-hour group and private tours with all gear provided, ranked in TripAdvisor's Top 10 bucket list experiences worldwide.

family-friendly
Hammerhead Marine Sculptures

Hammerhead Marine Sculptures

Other
Crystal River

Marine-themed metal sculpture studio in Crystal River creating custom handcrafted marine and wildlife art pieces.

Homosassa Springs State Park Adventures

Homosassa Springs State Park Adventures

Other
Crystal River

Adventure outfitter near Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park offering guided tours and outdoor experiences along the Homosassa River.

family-friendly
Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Park $
Crystal River

Home to rescued Florida wildlife including manatees, black bears, and the famous hippo Lu. The underwater Fish Bowl Observatory lets you watch manatees and fish from below the surface.

wildlifestate parkmanatees
Island Girl Cruises

Island Girl Cruises

Attraction
Crystal River

Narrated 2-hour pontoon boat tours on the Homosassa River led by a USCG-licensed captain, visiting Monkey Island, local springs, and wildlife viewing points.

family-friendly
King Spring

King Spring

Other
Crystal River

One of 28 natural springs in Kings Bay, part of the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and a major destination for wintering manatees.

Salt Marsh Trails - Crystal River Wildlife Refuge Complex Trailhead

Salt Marsh Trails - Crystal River Wildlife Refuge Complex Trailhead

Attraction
Crystal River

Trailhead 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.

family-friendly
The Grill at Pepper Creek

The Grill at Pepper Creek

Bar
Crystal River

Casual eatery inside Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park with indoor seating overlooking Pepper Creek, serving pizzas, sandwiches, and salads — no park admission required to dine.

indoor
Troy Samuel Cumming Nature Preserve

Troy Samuel Cumming Nature Preserve

Other
Crystal River

Nature preserve along Yulee Drive in Homosassa offering trails through native Florida habitat for hiking and wildlife observation.

Yulee Nature Preserve

Yulee Nature Preserve

Other
Crystal River

Nature preserve offering hiking trails and wildlife viewing through native Florida habitats.