Can you swim in the Crystal River?

The Crystal River, Florida manatees are free and you have the opportunity to swim and snorkel with them within the protected Three Sisters Spring. There are areas that are roped off to give them space, but when snorkeling along the open areas within the spring it is very common for the manatees to swim right past you!



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Crystal River is the only place in Florida where it's legal to swim with manatees in their natural habitat. Located in Citrus County, the area gets busy and draws crowds because of the high number of manatees found in Kings Bay.

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Remember - Look but don't touch manatees The Crystal River and Kings Bay area is the only area in Florida where swimmers are monitored around manatees. Viewing guidelines and sanctuary rules must be followed.

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Three Sisters Springs is reputed to emit 12 million gallons of crystal clear water daily at a consistent 72 degrees. No wonder this is where the manatees find their refuge each year.

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By looking for sand bubbling up from the spring's floor, it was easy to see springs all around. Three Sisters Springs is reputed to emit 12 million gallons of crystal clear water daily at a consistent 72 degrees.

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Crystal River/Kings Bay is the second largest springs group in Florida, the first being Wakulla Springs in northern Florida near Tallahassee. Many of the river's springs are 20 to 30 feet deep, and the water discharging from them is very clear.

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Crystal River/Kings Bay is the second largest springs group in Florida, the first being Wakulla Springs in northern Florida near Tallahassee. Many of the river's springs are 20 to 30 feet deep, and the water discharging from them is very clear.

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Tours average around $70 per person including the use of a wetsuit, snorkel. mask and a floating device. The West Indian manatee is an imperiled species and is protected by the laws of the state of Florida and US Fish and Wildlife.

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Lake Jesup, Florida Alligators can be very dangerous and Lake Jesup is the most alligator-infested lake in America. It's said there could be up to 13,000 gators in this lake or more.

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The Blackwater River is unmodified by dams and reservoirs. Winding through rural areas and conservation land, the river is considered one of the cleanest rivers in the nation. This wild and natural river draws attention from scientists studying the insect life on its unusual shifting sandy bottom.

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The water in the bay and numerous springs stays a relatively warm 72-73 degrees year-round.

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