Crystal River State Archaeological Site is a United States National Historic Landmark and Florida state park that is located along the beautiful Crystal River, accessible from the city of the same name from Museum Point and US 19/98. The archaeological site, which is located within Crystal River Preserve State Park, protects a complex of six significant indigenous mounds, which provide evidence of the region's history as one of Florida's longest continually-occupied sites. Evidence of trading at the site indicates a connection between the region's indigenous people and the Hopewell people of the Ohio River area. Park visitors can view the site's preserved mounds, plaza area, and midden, which were all believed to have been used for ceremonial purposes. A half-mile paved loop trail surrounds the structures, while an observation deck atop Temple Mound offers panoramic views. Recreational opportunities at the park include fishing, birding, and picnicking. A visitor center on site also offers collections of artifacts and showings of a documentary on the region's indigenous groups.
Address: 3400 N Museum Point, Crystal River, FL 34428, Phone: 352-795-3817
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