LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Crystal river, FL is Ranked as a Top 13 Bucket List Paddling Destination in the USA!
(11 miles from the Inn)
601 Three Sisters Springs Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429
Three Sisters Springs are located on the Crystal River, in Citrus County, Florida. They are in a natural inlet on the east side of Kings Bay. They contain three spring areas that contain many sand boils and vents.
Ozello Boats
(21.7 miles, 34 minutes from the Inn)
2355 S Ripple Path, Crystal River, FL 34429
(352) 228-8095
Come join Ozello Boats on one of their Airboat Time Machines as they take you back in time to explore true Old Florida views and endless wildlife. There is always a chance to see Dolphin, Manatee, Sharks, Stingray, Wild Pigs, Deer, Alligators, Fish, Bald Eagle and so many other species of birds and other wildlife. Ozello Boats' captains are true natives of Crystal River and look forward to showing you the best kept secrets of the Nature Coast.
Black Dog Charters Yankeetown
(2.8 miles; 5 minutes from the Inn)
15 Hickory Ave, Yankeetown, FL 34498
Hours: Open 24 Hours
(352) 433-1426
Offering inshore fishing charters in Yankeetown, Florida, fish out of a Shearwater 24 foot Bay Boat that is rigged and ready to do some catching. Black Dog Charters provide everything needed for your day on the water. Top of the line fishing rods & reels, a variety of live bait and artificial baits as well. A license is included for everyone on board, and they have a cooler with bottled waters.
Captain Bob's Airboat Tours
(15.2 miles, 21 minutes from the Inn)
12189 S Williams St, Dunnellon, FL 34432
(352) 489-2397
Take advantage of the beautiful backwaters and all of the abundant wildlife available for your viewing pleasure while you take an adventurous airboat ride.
Also, Take off down the Withlachoochee River and Rainbow River with your own pontoon boat. There is an abundance of wildlife and scenery!
Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve
(2 miles; 5 minutes from the Inn)
1001 Old Rock Road ,Yankeetown, Fl
(352) 447-5439
Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
With salt marshes and hammocks, the Preserve is an undisturbed piece of old Florida. Don’t miss the observation tower and check for periodic stargazing events and kayaking events.
Manatee Springs
(44 miles; 50 minutes from the Inn)
11650 NW 115 St, Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 493-6072
Manatee Springs State Park is a Florida State Park located six miles west of Chiefland on SR 320, off US 19. Manatee Springs is a first magnitude spring that flows directly into the Suwannee River by way of a short run.
Weeki Wachee and
Buccaneer Bay
(42 miles; 52 minutes from the Inn)
6131 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, Fl
Hours: 9AM to 5:30PM
Visit Florida’s oldest running amusement park and watch one of the parks famous live mermaid shows. After the show, swim in one of Florida’s beautiful springs at Buccaneer Bay.
Goethe State Forest
(~20 minutes from the Inn)
9110 SE County Rd. 337, Dunnellon, FL
(352) 465-8585
The Goethe trail system extends throughout the forest with access available at three separate trailheads. The forest is open during daylight hours for visitors to enjoy picnicking, hiking, bicycling, fishing, wildlife viewing and horseback riding.
Swim With Manatees
Nearby Crystal River is the manatee capital of the world! Please contact us to help make arrangements for this once in a lifetime adventure.
(40 miles; 40 minutes from the Inn)
4550 NE 94 Pl, Bronson, FL
(352) 486-3303
Open March through September.
There are picnic tables, a playground area, volleyball court, restrooms, and the springs swimming area, which is crystal clear and beautiful. $2 per person admission, children under 5 free.
Crystal River Archaeology Site
(12.5 miles; 15 minutes from the Inn)
3400 N Museum Point, Crystal River, Fl
(352)795-3817
Hours: 9AM to 5PM Thurs thru Mon
Learn about the native Floridians including pottery and impressive ceremonial mounds. This pre-Columbian, Florida Native American site has burial mounds, temple/platform mounds, a plaza area and substantial middens.
Saltwater or Freshwater Fishing at Inglis Bypass Recreation Area
(5 miles; 10 minutes from the Inn)
200 Spillway Road, Inglis, FL
In addition to fishing, there are two picnic pavilions along the waterfront where you can escape the sun or relax and watch the birds and other wildlife in the area.
Homosassa Wildlife Park
(20 miles; 20 minutes from the Inn)
4150 Suncoast Blvd (US 19), Homosassa
Hours: 9AM to 5:30PM
Visitors can see West Indian manatees every day of the year from the observatory in the main spring. The park showcases native Florida wildlife and children’s programs. Parking is located on W. Fishbowl Dr., across from the gift shop.
Scalloping on the Gulf
(15 minutes from the Inn)
Catch your own dinner at one of the most prolific scalloping areas in the state. Contact us for more information about scalloping charters.
Rainbow Springs
(20 miles; 30 minutes from the Inn)
19158 SW 81st Place Road, Dunnellon, Fl
(352)465-85555
Hours: 8AM until Sunset everyday
Rainbow Springs is Florida’s fourth largest spring and is popular for swimming, snorkeling, canoeing and kayaking.
Kayaking at Cedar Key
(46.2 miles; 47 minutes from the Inn)
Launch at G Street beach, Cedar Key Marina; or Shell Mound (end of CR 326), Cedar Key, FL.
Cedar Key is listed on the National Historic Site Register, and is surrounded by 13 smaller barrier islands in the Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge, offering many kayaking opportunities, from open Gulf paddling to grass flats. If you also need to rent a kayak, we can help you with that!
Cedar Key Museum
(47 miles; 52 minutes from the Inn)
7070 D Street, Cedar Key, Fl 32625
(352)543-5549
Hours: 1 PM to 4 PM and Sun thru Fri and 11 AM to 5 PM Sat
This museum depicts many articles from the 1800’s and later. Information includes exhibits on brush making and the railroad. Local resident volunteers provide additional island information.
Visit Museums in Levy County
(About 30 minutes from the Inn)
Levy County is home to some interesting museums, such as a Quilt Museum, The Cedar Key Historical Society Museum, the Seahorse Key Lighthouse and much more. Follow this link to see the different museum attractions.
Visit an Elephant Farm
(36.9 miles; 41 minutes from the Inn)
18655 NE 81 St., Williston, FL
(352) 528-6585
Two Tails Ranch was founded in 1984 by Theodore H. Svertesky (1954-1994) and Patricia L. Zerbini. The ranch is the only privately owned elephant facility of its kind. In private guided tours you will learn and interact with elephants like nowhere else. The ranch is also home to Grant Zebras Piere and Tache, African Spurthighed Tortoises Bert And Ernie, Red Foot Tortoises Daisy and Rosy, Ostrich Katherine, Emu Peepers, Camel Louis. Cost is $20 per adult and $10 per child.
Visit a Botanical Garden
(32.6 miles; 36 minutes from the Inn)
4990 NE 180th Ave. Williston, FL
(352)529-0055
Hours: 9:30AM to 5:30PM, every day but Wednesday.
Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens is a beautiful botanical garden with cascading waterfalls, 50+ garden displays, koi ponds, and countless breathtaking views. Daily admission: Adults (Ages 13+): $12.00; Children (Ages 6 - 13): $7.00; Children 5 and Under: Free; All Military (with ID): $6.00.
Freshwater Diving and Snorkeling at Devil's Den Prehistoric Spring
5390 NE 180th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
352-528-3344
Hours: Friday-Sunday 8:00AM to 5:00PM, Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM-4:30PM
Devil's Den is formed by a karst window, in which the roof over a subterranean river has collapsed, exposing the water to the open surface, near Williston, Florida. It is privately owned, and operated as a SCUBA diving training and recreational facility. The water in the underground river is a constant 72 °F degrees
Visit a Working Farm
(30.8 miles; 32 minutes from the Inn)
3250 NE 140th Ave, Williston, FL 32696
Hours: Friday,1:00PM to 7:00PM; Saturday & Sunday. 10:00AM to 7:00PM.
Amber Brooke Farm’s Red, White and Blue Farm is a 100-acre agritourism destination in Williston. During the spring they grow several of the finest and best tasting varieties of blueberries, and they also grow some of the juiciest and sweetest strawberries and peaches around. There are plenty of sunflowers and zinnias for you to pick, over 13 acres, and the sunflower fields are perfect for capturing photos of precious family memories as you enjoy a day on the farm. Check the calendar for year-round events.
Singing River Tours
(15 miles; 20 minutes from the Inn)
20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431
(352) 804-1573
Singing River Tours specializes in eco-tours on a comfortable, covered 40' pontoon boat with the addition of original music! The tours offer education about the local area and its history, as well as the environment and wildlife along the beautiful waters of the crystal clear spring-fed Rainbow River and the dark, swamp-fed Withlacoochee River, in west central Florida. Your tour guide, Jon Semmes, is a professional boat captain and musician.
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649 Highway 40 West
Inglis, Florida 34449
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