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Here in Crystal River Florida. Home of the Manatees as we like to call it, their are many outdoor and indoor activities to choose from. Bored isn't even in our vocabulary! Check out a list below of only the few things we have than check out a website that shows each activity and places to go for them! Enjoy

Dining:
There are many great restaurants in and around Crystal River. This page is a listing of local eateries that come highly recommended to residents and visitors to the Crystal River area.

Golfing:
From Citrus Hills County Club to Black Diamond Ranch, their are many golf communities to choose from for those days you want to relax and golf in the Nature Coast.

Motorcycle Rides:
We have many bike shops, bars and roads for your biker needs. Whether you want to rent or buy, we have it all!

Diving and Snorkeling:
If you have a swim mask, a snorkel and a set of fins, you are ready to explore the underwater world of Crystal River, Florida. The amazing array of fish, the wonderful underwater plant and animal life and sea floor exploring are a few reasons divers have long made Crystal River the area of choice for diving and snorkeling activities.

Fishing:
Crystal River is The Gem of The Nature Coast for Fishing. From a youngster catching his/her first pan fish from the Crystal River or a seasoned fisherman battling it out with a mighty grouper, the Crystal River Area provides excellent fishing year round. Record breaking Bass, Reds and Tarpon have been caught in the Crystal River Area. The local fish houses replenish the catch of the day with the freshest fish from the productive waters surrounding Crystal River and while traveling in Crystal River, you will see fisherman taking advantage of local fishing hotspots. The State of Florida requires that residents and visitors have a valid fishing license before fishing.

Shopping:
Shop 'til you drop in Crystal River! With many venues for considering your next purchase, Crystal River has a store or market for everyone! The Crystal River Mall is prepared to receive the dazzling suburbanite or the most casual local with famed Crystal River hospitality. Make your way through the large department stores or browse the little shops that make up the local accent.

There are many independent stores that offer unique gifts and others that provide the necessities of life. There are multiple outdoor markets and out of the way antique dealers.

Many artists make the area their home and the art shops are often first choice outlets for internationally acclaimed art. Yearly art festivals draw leading artists from around the world.

Canoeing and Kayaking:
Crystal River, Florida continues to to be one of the top kayaking destinations for paddlers coming to Citrus County and The Nature Coast.

Swim with the Manatees:
Private and Public manatee tours for all size groups. Manatees are what our great little town is known and loved for. Whether you want to swim or just check them out, you will see them all over the Kings Bay. Just be careful, no touching or chasing them.

Night life:
Crystal River Florida has a thriving nightlife that keeps the party going till the pelicans come home. There are clubs, pubs, bars and lounges designed for everyone.

Camping and RV'ing:
Campers are welcomed in Crystal River. If you need a small patch of ground for your tent or if you are looking for the full feature campsite for your mobile home, Crystal River has the welcome mat out. From primitive campsites to RV Resorts, your Crystal River camping destination awaits.

Horseback Riding:
Crystal River and Citrus County are a great area to ride horses. Many natives own horses and this area produces champion quarter horses. If you are interested in bringing your own horses or if you are considering renting a steed, if you are looking for a day ride or a full equestrian camping trip, horseback riding the beautiful public lands of Crystal River and Citrus County is available to residents and guest. Located in the Citrus area of The Withlacoothie State Forest, Tillis Hill is a horse stable that accommodates 20 horses. There is a 37 site camping area here and one and two day riding trips depart from Tillis Hill. Please call The Florida Department of Forestry at (352)-796-5650 if you are interested in use of the stable.
The Southwest Florida Water Management District has horseback riding trails on both the Flying Eagle and Pott's Preserve. Flying Eagle has nine miles of horse trails. These trails are closed during hunting season. Equestrian camping is allowed, but by permit only. Pott's Preserve has 12 miles of marked trails and allows horse drawn buggies with a permit. There is a limited number of stalls and no charge overnight equestrian camping with a permit. If you are interested in horseback riding on Pott's Preserve, call 1-800-423-1476.
The Withlacoochee State Trial is the latest addition to the Crystal River area horseback riding trail system. This 47 mile former CSX railroad right-of-way permits horseback riding confined to designated bridle paths.

Parks:
Crystal River is a great place to live and a great place to visit. The vast array of public, city, county and state parks offer many wonderful ways to spend your leisure time. We have over 10 parks in the Citrus County area.

Hunting:
Crystal River has a bountiful wildlife population. The deer must be controlled by harvesting. The hunting season and the number of deer allowed to be taken change often to maintain the herd.
Bird hunting is very popular with the local hunters as resident upland birds and resident and migratory waterfowl provide plenty of action and yield great numbers. More locally taken game include: wild boar hogs, rabbits, and squirrels.

There are four public access Wildlife Management Areas in Citrus County, Flying Eagle, Homosassa and Potts Preserve.

State of Florida Hunting licenses can be purchased over the telephone by calling 1-888-HUNT-FLORIDA. A 10-day nonresident license is $26.50, and there can be additional charges. For the most comprehensive index of hunting information, please view the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission website. Here you will find information on the necessary license and permits required to hunt. Also all information about hunting in Crystal River and all of Florida.


VISIT
http://www.crystalriverflorida.net/crfo/do.htm
FOR A DETAILED LIST OF ACTIVITIES

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