Guides
Wildlife
Crystal River is the only place in the U.S. you can legally swim with wild manatees. Season runs mid-November through March. Here's how to plan it.
Springs
Three Sisters Springs is the centerpiece of the Crystal River manatee refuge. Here's how to access it, when to go, and what to bring.
Families
Crystal River is built for family vacations. Here's a kid-friendly itinerary plus what's at the house: pack and play, baby monitor, highchair, game room, pool.
On the water
Scallop season runs July 1 to September 24. Fishing is year-round. Here's licenses, charters, and what's on the menu for a Crystal River water day.
Logistics
Drive times from Tampa, Orlando, Miami, and Atlanta. Which airport to fly into. Parking at the house, rental car logistics.
Food + drink
Where to eat in Crystal River: seafood on the water, downtown breakfast, sunset cocktails, and the spots locals actually go. Curated for Bayshore Getaway guests.
Where to rent a boat in Crystal River, what kind of boat fits Kings Bay, scalloping vs manatee boats, and whether to bring your own. Tips from the dock at Bayshore Getaway.
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Bayshore Getaway · Crystal River, FL
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