Crystal River
Citrus County, Florida
Crystal River is the only place in the continental US where you can legally swim with wild manatees. The crystal-clear springs that feed Kings Bay draw nature lovers year-round, while the Old Florida waterfront downtown offers seafood, kayaking, and dive shops.
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Crystal River is in Citrus County, FL.
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