Indian Waters Travel Guide
Crystal River
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Popular places to visit
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.
Three Sisters Springs
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Three Sisters Springs during your travels in Crystal River.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Crystal River: Kayak Rental
Crystal River: Manatee Swim Group Tour
See Crystal River - Mantee & Wildlife Viewing Cruise
Crystal River: Manatee Viewing & Sightseeing Boat Tour
Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise
Top hotels in Indian Waters
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and helpful. The facilities were well maintained. Breakfast was great. The location was great."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs
"Clean room, breakfast"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Rodeway Inn Homosassa
"There was literally a hole from a dog Jude in the door to the bathroom. The pool was kept clean, and the staff was polite, but a lot of intoxicated people by the pool."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Plantation Resort on Crystal River
"As a long time repeat customer we were greatly disappointed. Nothing was open and continental breakfast left a lot to be desired. We found a worm and a bug in coffee cup from breakfast and found the first floor room very loud in stairwell and noise from room above on second floor. There was also ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG
"Great place to stay! Great breakfast and clean rooms!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Crystal River
"Very good"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Indian Waters
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.
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 Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Woodland Estates
When in Woodland Estates, you can plan a visit to Crystal River Watersports Marina and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins, 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.
