Crystal River
Crystal River is known for snorkeling or swimming with the manatees, one of mother natures most amazing creatures. Kayak with dolphins, or take a fishing trip for some of the most amazing redfish, trout, shark, tarpon and bonefish. Snook fishing is in the area. Citrus County is known as "Mother Nature's Theme Park" and is the only place in the world where interaction with the manatee is encouraged. Come see the real Florida the way it was meant to be lived.
* Visit The Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge & Visitor Center for Interactive Manatee Exhibits and Displays and a Junior Ranger Program for kids. FREE parking and entrance.
* Visit Ellie Schiller Wildlife park in Homosassa. The park is home to the endangered Florida panther, red wolves, whooping cranes, a black bear, a hippopotamus, bobcats and, of course, alligators!
* Play a round of mini golf at Crystal River Mini Golf. Their gorgeous new course is located in the charming downtown area and features a truly unique setting, positioned on a beautiful natural water creek! They have life sized manatee sculptures, cascading fountain ponds, native birds (real and statues) and even a Crystal River Water Tower replica!
For more information:
http://www.crystalriverflorida.net
http://www.crystalriverfl.org
http://www.crystalriverflorida.com
