Title: Visit Dixie Shores: Best of Dixie Shores, Crystal River Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Dixie Shores](https://expedia.ca/Dixie-Shores-Crystal-River-Hotels.0-n553248635976481984-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Crystal River](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Crystal-River.d6085423.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Crystal River](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Crystal-River.d6085423.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Dixie Shores Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Dixie-Shores.d553248635976481984.Car-Rental-Guide)[Dixie Shores Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Dixie-Shores.d553248635976481984.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Dixie Shores ## Crystal River ![Crystal River has natural springs feeding it. Crystal River Preserve State Park is in Citrus County, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481984/5363836a-59e5-4298-8044-da4cbdaab501.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Crystal River has natural springs feeding it. Crystal River Preserve State Park is in Citrus County, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481984/5363836a-59e5-4298-8044-da4cbdaab501.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Dixie Shores Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Crystal River travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Crystal-River.dx6085423) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Florida manatee](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976375781/7ed6d22c-0b98-42ac-bd1a-43a638023979.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Three Sisters Springs Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Three Sisters Springs during your travels in Crystal River. [](https://expedia.ca/Three-Sisters-Springs-Springs-at-Kings-Bay.d553248635976375781.Vacation-Attraction) ![United States, Florida, Citrus County, Crystal River, Fisherman at sunset at Fort Island Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653956/8f88a314-5705-484d-8f7c-6e2479e33d31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort Island Gulf Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Fort Island Gulf Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Crystal River. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Fort-Island-Gulf-Beach-Crystal-River.d553248621532653956.Vacation-Attraction) ![ Four Florida Manatees](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653966/1f7624c3-3efc-4937-8423-7451ada5c86e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Crystal-River-National-Wildlife-Refuge-Springs-at-Kings-Bay.d553248621532653966.Vacation-Attraction) ![Canoe on the Chassahowitzka River, Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge, near Spring Hill, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653964/dcf25c69-d740-49df-bde7-871030b52216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Chassahowitzka-National-Wildlife-Refuge-Springs-at-Kings-Bay.d553248621532653964.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Plantation-Inn-And-Golf-Resort-Crystal-River.d553248621532653963.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![River Cruise with Manatee Viewing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48233800/0693e719-cf20-4f17-a85d-f63d4c6286d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### River Cruise with Manatee Viewing CA $60 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/river-cruise-with-manatee-viewing.a48233800.activity-details) ![Crystal River: Kayak Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47963039/f8243e5d-01a8-478a-940f-3499887aba4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crystal River: Kayak Rental CA $63 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/crystal-river-kayak-rental.a47963039.activity-details) ![Picture 10 for Activity Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47727671/4bc9eae8-9877-484b-b9f1-958fe9d37024.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise CA $48 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/crystal-river-manatee-viewing-cruise.a47727671.activity-details) ![One of our tour boats on Kings Bay that you will be on to "See Crystal River"!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48789347/2be42da3-3eb6-4f48-8721-083178ac9a9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### See Crystal River - Mantee & Wildlife Viewing Cruise CA $59 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/see-crystal-river-mantee-wildlife-viewing-cruise.a48789347.activity-details) ![ Crystal River Preserve Adventures- Boat Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47026988/5232ab32-4302-4db5-984a-3ad7638d3f5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crystal River Boat Tour CA $43 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/crystal-river-boat-tour.a47026988.activity-details) ![3-Hour Small Group All-Inclusive Manatee Swim with Photo Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5187699/22b38b7c-0b76-4d5c-bf74-179de19bc5bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3 Hour Small Group All Inclusive Manatee Swim with free Photo pkg CA $136 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-small-group-all-inclusive-manatee-swim-with-free-photo-pkg.a5187699.activity-details) [See all activities in Crystal River](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Crystal-River.d6085423.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Dixie Shores Hotel Deals ![Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64690000/64688700/64688632/c461cecc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more! 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[](https://expedia.ca/Crystal-River-Woodland-Estates.dx553248635976480705) ![Crystal River is a coastal city in western Florida. Kings Bay, which is fed by springs, is home to the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, sheltering manatees year-round.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976479967/e7194ac8-76ba-4d87-9c71-5c20693f7d27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Springs at Kings Bay 4.5/5(3 area reviews) While visiting Springs at Kings Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Spring Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Crystal-River-Springs-At-Kings-Bay.dx553248635976479967) ![A Florida Manatee](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472323/aed9d37c-c6a3-4baf-aa2b-7ebfb7232a99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Indian Waters While Indian Waters isn't home to many top sights, Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Crystal River Watersports Marina are some notable places to visit nearby. 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