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.
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
Fast and More 60 minute Airboat Tour on the Homosassa River
Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise
Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise
3 Hour Small Group All Inclusive Manatee Swim with free Photo pkg
Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise
Top hotels in Indian Waters
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Clean, good breakfast
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Rodeway Inn
Clean, spacious room, pool view. Friendly and attentive staff. They were very welcoming and it was nice to see good teamwork between them. Room was clean. Quiet. Nice two day stay.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs
The place was clean and that really stood out! Cleanliness is the most important thing
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG
Everything was great but I hated having to hand write the form that needed filled out
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
The Port Hotel & Marina
Location-Location!!! Right on the water in Crystal River. Staff is friendly at the front desk and restaurant/bar. Rent kayaks at head out to see the manatees - just around the corner. Would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Crystal River
Clean and well cared for
Reviewed on 24 Jan 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 Archaeological State Park and Crystal River Watersports Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
