Dixie Shores 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.
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.
Top hotels in Dixie Shores

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The room and location were fine except be aware there is ZERO soundproofing. Like you can see under the door for the adjoining room kind of loud. There were children next door that woke us up promptly at 6am. Check-in took an extended time and at 5:30pm rooms were still not available for people. ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs
Staff. Great Head of Maintenance. Quickly replaced a refrigerator that wasn't working--was friendly and courteous.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG
A nice hotel. Clean and well equipped. Very friendly staff.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

The Port Hotel & Marina
Stairs unsafe, room was in horrible condition, no washcloths provided, bugs in the bed.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Quality Inn Conference Center at Citrus Hills
Clean but breakfast definitely can be improved.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

King's Bay Lodge
We LOVED this place!! LOCATION!! LOCATION!! LOCATION!!! We walked pretty much everywhere!! The room was big and clean!! Quiet!! The best was the swimming pool!! There are fish in the pool!! Bring googles!! The slide was SO FUN, the crystal clear water. Such a fun, unique experience! We would definitely ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 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 Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins, 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 Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins.

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 Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins.
