Dixie Shores Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Three Sisters Springs

Three Sisters Springs

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Three Sisters Springs during your travels in Crystal River.

Three Sisters Springs
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

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.

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
Fort Island Gulf Beach

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.

Fort Island Gulf Beach
Plantation Inn and Golf Resort

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.

Plantation Inn and Golf Resort

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.

Hunter Spring Park

Crystal River Watersports Marina

Explore the waterfront of Crystal River Watersports Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Crystal River. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Crystal River Watersports Marina

Activities

3-Hour Small Group All-Inclusive Manatee Swim with Photo Package

3-Hour Small Group All-Inclusive Manatee Swim with Photo Package

AU$123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3-Hour Small Group All-Inclusive Manatee Swim with Photo Package
Crystal River: Manatee Swim Group Tour

Crystal River: Manatee Swim Group Tour

AU$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Crystal River: Manatee Swim Group Tour
Plantation Point

Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise

AU$38
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise
King's Bay Sunset Cruise

King's Bay Sunset Cruise

AU$59
per adult
King's Bay Sunset Cruise
Clear Kayak Tour of Crystal River

Clear Kayak Tour of Crystal River

AU$136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clear Kayak Tour of Crystal River
Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise

Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise

AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise
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Our pick of the best Dixie Shores Hotel Deals

Boat Dock & Pool: Bayfront Crystal River Home

Boat Dock & Pool: Bayfront Crystal River Home

2 out of 5
Crystal River
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Crystal River. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Three Sisters Springs ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Madi's Sweet 16 Birthday Weekend
"The house was everything we thought it would be, and more! We brought our boat, and it was so great to have it right there. And after a day on the water, it was so awesome to jump right into the pool. The house was very clean and had almost everything we needed. The only thing we were missing was ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

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Boat Dock & Pool: Bayfront Crystal River Home
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
614 Nw Us Highway 19, Crystal River, FL
The price is AU$203 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$203
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Crystal River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,228 reviews)
"We stayed here to take our daughter for first time scalloping. Good restaurant everything’s right there on property we really enjoyed paddletail We will be back next summer."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs

Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs

2.5 out of 5
20052 Brooks St, Dunnellon, FL
The price is AU$160 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$160
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dunnellon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Was nice"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1203 Ne 5th St, Crystal River, FL
Fully refundable
The price is AU$187 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$187
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Crystal River. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic and way better than the place we stayed at last year!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG
Rodeway Inn

Rodeway Inn

2 out of 5
4076 S Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL
The price is AU$126 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$126
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Homosassa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
6.6/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Rooms were hige"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Rodeway Inn
Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table

Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table

Dunnellon
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Dunnellon. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Rainbow River and K.P. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (180 reviews)
Returning guest
"My family & I stayed the same time last year and immediately booked again, a year in advance for this week. We love the property and the convenience of the springs being right in the back yard! We loved making unforgettable memories with our kids here. It’s truly a special location."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

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Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table
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Other neighbourhoods around Dixie Shores

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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.

Woods N Waters
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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.

Crystal Shores
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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.

Woodland Estates
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Springs at Kings Bay

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Springs at Kings Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Spring Park.

Springs at Kings Bay
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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.

Indian Waters
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Meadowcrest

Meadowcrest might not have many top sights, but Three Sisters Springs and Plantation Inn and Golf Resort are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Meadowcrest

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