Crystal River Preserve

United States, Florida

Crystal River Preserve

LocationUnited States, Florida
RegionFlorida
TypeState Park
Coordinates28.8465°, -82.6186°
Established2004-01-01
Area121.41
Nearest CityCrystal River (3 mi)
Major CityGainesville (58 mi)

About Crystal River Preserve

Spanning 27,000 acres along 20 miles of Gulf coastline, this preserve protects the sensitive estuaries between Crystal River and the Gulf of Mexico. The park offers hiking, biking, and kayaking through diverse habitats from scrub to salt marsh, with adjacent springs providing world-famous manatee viewing opportunities.