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.
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

See Crystal River - Mantee & Wildlife Viewing Cruise

Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise

Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise

Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise

Small group Manatee Tour with In-Water Divemaster/Photographer
Top hotels in Dixie Shores

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Close to everything! Great staff at the front desk
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Rodeway Inn
Great location, nice property, clean rooms, beautiful pool, awesome staff.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs
Room was clean and quiet Quick check in and great breakfast
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG
The employee who worked the front desk was very helpful, warm and friendly. Overall it was a wonderful stay.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

The Port Hotel & Marina
Excellent location, great value, sweet staff, nice restaurant attached.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Quality Inn Conference Center at Citrus Hills
Great service, nice breakfast, clean rooms!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dixie Shores

Woods N Waters
When in Woods N Waters, you can plan a visit to Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Fort Island Trail 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 Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins, 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 Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins.

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.

