Dixie Shores Travel Guide
Crystal River
Visit Dixie Shores
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
Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer
Crystal River: Manatee Swim Group Tour
Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide!
Crystal River: Manatee Viewing & Sightseeing Boat Tour
Crystal River: Sunset Cruise in Kings Bay
Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise
Top hotels in Dixie Shores
Rodeway Inn Homosassa
Good staff
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Very uncomfortable - it felt like an army barrack, not like a resort. The room was very, very small, and the parking lot was practically part of our room (noisy, no privacy). I would not recommend it.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs
Clean and great location with good places all around. Great to reach the springs around too.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG
Clean room with great breakfast!!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Quality Inn Conference Center at Citrus Hills
Clean room, friendly staff, delicious breakfast.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Inverness by IHG
The breakfast menu was fresh and well taken care of. The staff was friendly and helpful. The only problem we had was that my GPS let us to an entrance to the hotel which was a ramp and then it had a big drop so I bottomed out my car just letting people know to only exnter off of the highway entrance. ...
Reviewed on 10 May 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.
