Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida

Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region

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Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Park $
Crystal River

Home to rescued Florida wildlife including manatees, black bears, and the famous hippo Lu. The underwater Fish Bowl Observatory lets you watch manatees and fish from below the surface.

outdoorfamily-friendly
Hunter Springs Park

Hunter Springs Park

Park
Crystal River

City-run park on Kings Bay billed as the most accessible spring in Crystal River, with a roped freshwater swim area, kayak launch, and a boardwalk where manatees pass by in colder months.

live-musicfamily-friendly
Kings Bay Park

Kings Bay Park

Park
Crystal River

Downtown Crystal River park and primary paddlecraft launch point on Kings Bay, featuring kayak rentals, a fishing dock, playground, picnic shelters, BBQ grills, and views of wintering manatees.

outdoorfamily-friendly