Chassahowitzka River
A pristine spring-fed river lined with cypress and palm trees. Paddling leads into the hidden 'Crack' and the Seven Sisters Springs. It is quieter than the Crystal River.
The Chassahowitzka River rises from a group of springs and flows west into the wildlife refuge of the same name. Its banks are lined with cypress trees, palms and wetlands, and with its clear water it is one of Florida's most popular natural paddling routes. From the Chassahowitzka River Campground, which rents kayaks, a round trip takes about 3-4 hours. You can branch off into bright blue Seven Sisters Springs and to 'The Crack,' a narrow passage you have to pull your boat through. Manatees are often seen in winter, and turtles and waterbirds are present year-round. Parking and launch fees are small. It is about 25 km from Crystal River.
Opening hours
Campground about 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park
- Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
- Kings Bay Manatee Swim
- Three Sisters Springs
- Hunter Springs Park
- Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
- Crystal River Archaeological State Park
- Crystal River Preserve State Park