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It’s the Season to Swim with Manatees in Crystal River

Snowbirds aren’t the only ones flocking to Florida in search of warmth. Every winter, creatures large and small come to bask in the glow of the Sunshine State. One such migrating mammal is the manatee: a slow-moving, mostly herbivorous creature often referred to as a sea cow. These gentle giants love warm waters, and as…
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Discover Year Round Fun in the Sun in Crystal River

With an average annual temperature of 21.8 °C | 71.3 °F, there’s no better place to enjoy the Florida sun year-round than Crystal River. Discover the heart and soul of authentic Florida, where you can have one unique adventure after another. Crystal River is known as the “Manatee Capital of the World” for the hundreds…
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Exploring Crystal River in the Summertime

As the busy summer travel season approaches, one destination that beckons adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers alike is Crystal River, Florida. Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and abundant marine life, this charming area is particularly enticing during the scallop season. From snorkeling through crystal-clear waters to indulging in delectable seafood feasts, there are countless…
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Manatees Have Arrived

Step Into Awareness in the Manatee Capital of the World

As the manatee capital of the world Crystal River, Florida, takes great pride in being at the forefront of manatee conservation. Because of these efforts, over 1,000 manatees were observed in the Crystal River area during a survey in early 2022, and they continue to champion those efforts with innovative, forward-thinking ideas. Virtually Swim With…
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Spring Into Unforgettable Fun in The Sun

With an average annual temperature of 21.8 °C | 71.3 °F, we’d be hard-pressed to find a better place to enjoy the year-round Florida sun than right here in the beautiful Crystal River area. Where unique adventures await and provide many opportunities to discover the heart and soul of authentic Florida. Crystal River, the “Manatee…
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Drawn to the Springs

Fall Into Unforgettable Fun in The Sun

With an average annual temperature of 21.8 °C | 71.3 °F, we couldn’t think of a better place to enjoy the Florida sun year-round than Crystal River. Discover the heart and soul of authentic Florida, where you can have one unique adventure after another. Crystal River is known as the “Manatee Capital of the World”…
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Unforgettable Adventures on Land and In Water in Crystal River

Discover the heart and soul of authentic Florida in Crystal River, where you can have one unique adventure after another. Crystal River is known as the “Manatee Capital of the World” for the hundreds of manatees who annually gather here to bask in the warm spring-fed waters of Kings Bay and Three Sisters Springs. It…
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Discover New Adventures in the Manatee Capital of the World

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in the Soul of Florida. Every winter, from November to March, docile, loveable manatees flock to Kings Bay in Crystal River to bask in the warm waters of Three Sisters Springs. Here, these federally-protected gentle giants spend their days munching on seagrass, floating lazily in the warm water, or resting on…
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Discover Crystal River Florida & You’ll Step Into Awesome

It’s time to explore untouched Florida. Discover Crystal River is your place for one-of-a-kind outdoor summer adventures. Located on the Gulf of Mexico just a short drive from Orlando, Tampa, Gainesville, and Ocala, the cities of Citrus County are jam-packed with adventures both on the water and on land. Crystal River, Homosassa, Inverness, and Floral…
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Discover Crystal River and You’ll Step Into Awesome

Located on the Gulf of Mexico just a short drive from Orlando, Tampa, Gainesville, and Ocala, the cities of Citrus County are jam-packed with adventures both on the water and on land. Crystal River, Homosassa, Inverness, and Floral City each offer authentic experiences in the soul of Florida, where you can create unique memories that…
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