| 9 miles from homosassa springs wildlife state park, this low-key resort on the homosassa river is 75 miles north of tampa and 95 miles northeast of walt disney world resort. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. guided manatee tours and fishing outings are also available (fee). straightforward rooms offer tvs, microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. suites with 1 or 2 bedrooms have full kitchens; some feature balconies and patios overlooking the river. set 2. amenities include a pool and boat docks, plus a seafood restaurant, a riverside lounge and a double-decker tiki bar
Tampa International Airport 1 hr 13
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park West Entrance (6 min) Crystal River Preserve State Park (28 min)
20 miles of coastline with islands, inlets, trails, wildlife viewing, fishing & a visitor center. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park (16 min)
Roadside park with the remains of a 19th-century, steam-powered sugar mill, plus a pavilion & BBQs. Homosassa Springs (6 min)
Large, historic spring in a state park, best known as a hot spot for wintering manatees. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge (20 min)
An undeveloped winter haven for endangered manatees, with a picnic area, bay views & a gift shop. Crystal River Archaeological State Park (27 min)
Remnants of the county's earliest human settlement, a prehistoric ceremonial center & burial mounds. Old Homosassa Veterans Memorial (6 min)
Historic site Hunter Springs Park (22 min)
This wooded park is named for its natural springs & popular for a cozy beach with a kayak launch. Monkey Island (1 min) Fort Island Gulf Beach Fishing Pier (30 min)
Popular spot for fishing, crabbing & spotting dolphins, with sunset views & a nearby beach. Three Sisters Springs (19 min)
In the winter, manatees can been viewed from a boardwalk in this wildlife refuge with clear water. Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park (6 min)
Showcase for native Floridian wildlife, including an underwater observatory for manatee viewing. Ozello (24 min)
Kayak fishing and kayaking Nature Coast Manatee Tours (2 min) | 
