• Question: Where is Crystal River located?
    Answer: Crystal River is a charming coastal city in northwestern Florida, located along Kings Bay within Citrus County.
  • Question: What body of water traverses Crystal River?
    Answer: The gorgeous Crystal River, an inlet of the Gulf of Mexico, traverses the city and connects it to nearby Homasassa Springs.
  • Question: What wildlife attractions can visitors enjoy in Crystal River?
    Answer: The Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and the Three Sisters Springs offer opportunities to view manatees throughout the year from various visitor boardwalks and overlooks.

Things to Do:

1. Three Sisters Springs

Three Sisters Springs
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2. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
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3. Crystal River State Archaeological Site

Crystal River State Archaeological Site
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4. Hunter Springs Park

Hunter Springs Park
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5. Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge

Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge
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6. Crystal River Preserve State Park

Crystal River Preserve State Park
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7. Franklin Anderson Gallery of Arts

Franklin Anderson Gallery of Arts
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8. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park

Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park
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9. Cross Florida Greenway - Withlacoochee Bay Trail

Cross Florida Greenway - Withlacoochee Bay Trail
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10. Copp Winery and Wine Bar

Copp Winery and Wine Bar
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11. The Saint Martins Marsh Aquatic Preserve

The Saint Martins Marsh Aquatic Preserve
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12. Crystal River Boat Builders

Crystal River Boat Builders
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13. Vintage on 5th

Vintage on 5th
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14. Seafood Seller and Cafe

Seafood Seller and Cafe
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15. The Crab Plant

The Crab Plant
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