Dixie Shores 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 Swim Group Tour
Crystal River: Manatee Viewing & Sightseeing Boat Tour
Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise
Small group Manatee Tour with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer
Top hotels in Dixie Shores
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Everything was great. The only thing that I would suggest is a better mattress.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Rodeway Inn Homosassa
Room were clean and the hotel was near Homosassa Springs which we visited the next day.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs
Fantastic stay!! Breakfast in the mornings was wonderful. The general manager there was a wonderful lady. Rashma I believe. She helped her staff with whatever they needed. A true leader that leads by example. Everyone I encountered there was super friendly. Phenomenal team. Great place to stay!
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Plantation Resort on Crystal River
The place is going through major renovations but it did not interfere with our stay. The restaurant and bar were not open, simple self serve breakfast. The pool area was fine . Room was newly renovated. Staff very nice.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Inverness by IHG
Good staff, pleasant surroundings clean
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
The Port Hotel & Marina
The restaurant was nice food was good even though it closed early but that’s ok the tv situation needs to be addressed to reset it in the middle of the night because office is closed but the view in the morning it stunning wake up 15 min early and watch the manatees wake up
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dixie Shores
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.
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.
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.
Indian Waters
While there might not be top attractions in Indian Waters, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Crystal River Watersports Marina and Crystal River Archaeological State Park.
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.
