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Best Springs to Kayak in Florida
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Best Springs to Kayak in Florida

Florida’s springs are beautiful, and they’re perfect for kayaking. Here are our personal favorite springs for kayaking. Many of these paddling sites are extremely popular, especially during warm weather and when school is out of session. If you plan to visit during a busy time, be sure to plan ahead and make reservations, if possible….

Manatees

Manatees

Manatees are one of the most famous animals in Florida, and are hugely popular. Manatee ecotourism brings large numbers of people to the Crystal River area and other manatee hotspots every year. Sadly, the large number of visitors and some irresponsible tour operators are endangering manatees, which are already imperiled and whose existence is threatened….

Kings Bay

Kings Bay

Kings Bay is a large, tidally-influenced estuary on Florida’s central Gulf coast. It’s located in Citrus County and covers approximately 600 acres. Kings Bay is an important and ecologically sensitive area. It is classified as an Outstanding Florida Water by the State of Florida. Crystal River and Kings Bay form a critically important environmental region….