Indian Waters Travel Guide
Crystal River
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Popular places to visit
Three Sisters Springs
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Three Sisters Springs during your travels in Crystal River.
Fort Island Gulf Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Fort Island Gulf Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Crystal River. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
Explore the lovely green spaces of Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy the boating in Crystal River. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge
Explore the lovely green spaces of Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy the boating in Crystal River. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Hunter Spring Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Hunter Spring Park and enjoy the boating in Crystal River. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
Play a round of golf in Crystal River at Plantation Inn and Golf Resort, and enjoy other activities such as boating. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
See Crystal River - Mantee & Wildlife Viewing Cruise
Crystal River: Manatee Viewing & Sightseeing Boat Tour
Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise
Small group Manatee Tour with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer
Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer
Top hotels in Indian Waters
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Super cute. Friendly staff. Great breakfast. My only complaint… I wish the bed was a little more comfy and quieter (made noise with every shift or turn).
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Rodeway Inn Homosassa
Area was nice nice pool
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Plantation Resort on Crystal River
Property is still recovering from hurricane
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Port Hotel & Marina
The restaurant and dock next door were pretty, as pictured, and there was a gorgeous view out of the room window, but the hotel itself was shady. It was old, dirty, dilapidated, and falling apart. Rusty lights, caulking on the floor, door jambs were rotting out. Four locks on the door, some of which ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
WoodSpring Suites Inverness
Staff
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Crystal River
Nice and simple. Very quiet.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Indian Waters
Pelican Cove
While Pelican Cove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Crystal River Watersports Marina and Crystal River Archaeological State Park.
Woodland Estates
When in Woodland Estates, you can plan a visit to Crystal River Watersports Marina and Fort Island Trail Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Woods N Waters
When in Woods N Waters, you can plan a visit to Fort Island Trail Park and Crystal River Archaeological State Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Crystal Shores
While Crystal Shores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hunter Spring Park and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge.
Dixie Shores
When in Dixie Shores, you can plan a visit to Fort Island Trail Park and Crystal River Archaeological State Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Springs at Kings Bay
While visiting Springs at Kings Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Spring Park.
