Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees
Crystal RiverCrystal River's premier manatee swimming outfitter with 18+ years of guided eco-tours. Swim alongside gentle giants in their natural habitat — gear included, family-friendly, and National Geographic recognized. Tours at 8:30am, 11:30am, and 2pm.
Churchhouse Hammock Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park
Crystal RiverBoardwalk trail in the Crystal River Preserve featuring scenic marshes & native wildlife.
Crystal River Archaeological State Park
Crystal RiverRemnants of the county's earliest human settlement, a prehistoric ceremonial center & burial mounds.
Crystal River Clear Kayak Tours
Crystal RiverPaddle transparent kayaks over Crystal River's impossibly clear springs, watching fish and manatees glide beneath your feet. The see-through hull makes every paddle stroke a window into Florida's underwater world.
Crystal River Manatee Tours
Crystal RiverSwim with Manatees in beautiful Crystal River Florida. Individuals, families and small or large groups of people. USCG licensed captains.
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge & Visitor Center
Crystal RiverAn undeveloped winter haven for endangered manatees, with a picnic area, bay views & a gift shop.
Crystal River Preserve State Park
Crystal River20 miles of coastline with islands, inlets, trails, wildlife viewing, fishing & a visitor center.
Eco-Walk Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park
Crystal RiverEntryway to the 7-mile trail system of a vast wildlife & nature conservation area along the coast.
Explorida - Manatee Swim Tours
Crystal RiverFederally 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.
Fun 2 Dive - Swim with Manatees
Crystal RiverCrystal River manatee swim tour operator since 1995 offering classic, small-group, and private tours with all-inclusive gear, in-water guides, and professional photography.
Hunter Springs Kayaks
Crystal RiverPremier kayak and paddleboard rental outfitter in downtown Crystal River offering single and tandem kayaks, SUPs, clear bottom crafts, and guided manatee eco-tours during season (November through March).
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.
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.
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.
Salt Marsh Trails - Crystal River Wildlife Refuge Complex Trailhead
homosassaThe Salt Marsh Trails offer access to wetlands and are used for environmental education, with facilities constructed for public enjoyment.