- TripBuzz found 51 things to do with kids in or near Crystal River, Florida, including 35 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Homosassa, Inverness, Brooksville and Ocala.
- From Fort Island Gulf Beach to Fort Island Trail Beach, the Crystal River area offers 48 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Kayaking, Beaches and Parks.
- Home to the Crystal River Archaeological State Park and located near the Crystal River Preserve State Park is the city of Crystal River Florida. The self-professed 'Home of the Manatee', the city's tourism is largely driven by those seeking to view and swim with the manatee in it's natural habitat. Boating, fishing and eco-tours through the state's Kings Bay are also popular activities.
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Guides lead small groups of snorkelers into the waters of Crystal River to examine manatees in their natural habitat
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Crystal River Preserve State Park, Crystal River, FL
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A marked trail located within a state wildlife park, the Crystal River Preserve State Park Eco-Walk provides a 2 mile hike on dirt and grass paths. The trail generally follows the Crystal River and through natural wetland areas.
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Offering rentals and sales of kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and related equipment, Manatee Paddle also leads guided tours along Crystal River. The company also offers instruction in stand up paddle boarding.
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9301 West Fort Island Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429
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Crystal River's Plantation Inn & Golf Resort is a huge resort complex featuring a championship golf course, sumptuous guest rooms, an inviting lodge and beautiful scenery. The resort also organizes manatee-watching excursions.
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1502 S.E. Kings Bay Dr., Crystal River, FL 34429
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Established in 1983, the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, was created to protect the endangered West Indian Manatee. In addition to snorkeling with the Manatees, the refuge is home to many other species of wildlife for viewing.
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Encompassing over 157,000 acres in Florida, Withlacoochee State Forest, is filled with lush treescapes and natural habitats for wildlife. An ideal place for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, the forest includes 46-miles of trails.
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The remnants of a 5,100-acre sugar plantation are waiting to be explored when you visit, Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins. The remains of a steam-driven mill include a 40-foot limestone chimney, iron gears, and a cane press.
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4155 S Suncoast Blvd (HWY 19), Homosassa, FL 34448
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Visitors can enjoy the unique marine wildlife adventure of snorkeling and swimming with manatees at Snorkel With Manatees. The adventures and tours are lead by Captain Gene Parker and they also offer eco and dolphin tours.
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Honored as one of Florida's best national parks, Homosassa Wildlife Park provides many programs to the public. Visitors enjoy the park's manatee, alligator, and hippopotamus programs that shed light on the lifestyles and nature of the species.
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4150 S Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34446
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Home to West Indian manatees, Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park also houses alligators, crocodiles, river otters, black bears, bobcats and white-tailed deer. The park offers boat tours, picnic areas, a nature trail, concessions and a children's education center.
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10175 W Fishbowl Drive, Homosassa, FL 34448
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As an RV park and marina, Manatee Campground Marina & Pub offers visitors spaces and slips for their vehicles. Visitors can also rent pontoon boats to take out on the water or visit a pub that hosts community events.