The City of Crystal River is built around Kings Bay, a manatee sanctuary popular for diving in the winter when manatees are in abundance. Summer offers a warm area for all types of water sports with the constant cool waters from the springs to keep you comfortable. Easy access to the Gulf of Mexico for year-round fishing and, when in season, scalloping. Fast becoming an area known for ecotourism with a large number of nature trails, parks and canoe trails. For the golf enthusiasts we have 9 local courses (18 courses within 30 miles), enough to keep you busy all month. Lots of shopping for the bargain hunters as well as a mall and movie theater minutes away. You'll also be close enough for day trips to Orlando and Tampa for all the major theme parks.