Tampa International Airport 1 hr 10
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge (14 min)
An undeveloped winter haven for endangered manatees, with a picnic area, bay views & a gift shop. Hunter Springs Park (16 min)
This wooded park is named for its natural springs & popular for a cozy beach with a kayak launch. Three Sisters Springs (14 min)
In the winter, manatees can been viewed from a boardwalk in this wildlife refuge with clear water. Ozello (18 min)
Kayak fishing and kayaking Homosassa Springs (5 min)
Large, historic spring in a state park, best known as a hot spot for wintering manatees. Nature Coast Manatee Tours (11 min) Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park (4 min)
Showcase for native Floridian wildlife, including an underwater observatory for manatee viewing. Fort Island Gulf Beach Fishing Pier (25 min)
Popular spot for fishing, crabbing & spotting dolphins, with sunset views & a nearby beach. Crystal River Preserve State Park (23 min)
20 miles of coastline with islands, inlets, trails, wildlife viewing, fishing & a visitor center. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park (8 min)
Roadside park with the remains of a 19th-century, steam-powered sugar mill, plus a pavilion & BBQs. Crystal River Archaeological State Park (21 min)
Remnants of the county's earliest human settlement, a prehistoric ceremonial center & burial mounds. Monkey Island (11 min) Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park West Entrance (5 min) Fun 2 Dive - Swim with Manatees (15 min)
Manatee and snorkeling | 
