Crystal Isles RV Resort

     Crystal Isles was planned as just a stopover, but because of the manatees nearby, I thought it best to at least stay a couple of days.  It is a really nice resort and there are plenty of sights to see close by.  As always we take some time on the day we arrive to walk the resort.  Along the way, we did notice a good number of grasshoppers, but they seemed to be in only one small section of the park.  As I walked up to take a photo of a site with its own dock, the couple at the site next door said hi.  Ten minutes later, we were all drinking margaritas and talking like we've known each other for years.  (this is my favorite part of full-time RV'ing)  Meeting great people just makes the park!  During our chat, Jackie and I got acquainted with no-see-ums.  (who knew there would be bugs in Florida?)  

     We picked the wrong time of year to visit Crystal River because the manatees come up the river to its 72-degree springs to keep warm.  Just a few miles from the resort is Homosassa Springs Wildlife, State Park.  It has to be one of the best wildlife preserves in the country.  Well worth the $13 dollars to visit.  First and foremost are the manatees.  During the summer, the manatees there are rehabilitating from boating accidents and things.  Also, there is a large assortment of birds there along with alligators, a hippo, and various other animals.  

    Bugs withstanding, this is a really great resort, that we should have planned to stay a bit longer.  The park has most of the amenities that you would expect to find in a resort (and they're well maintained). I'm sure that we will revisit here in the future.  

 A perfect blend of peace and pleasure at a Nature Coast RV resort

    Experience a beautiful retreat that offers something for the whole family at Crystal Isles RV Resort. Located on Florida's scenic West Coast with nearby Gulf beaches, restaurants, golf courses, fishing and shopping, Crystal Isles RV Resort is the perfect camping location for enjoying the Florida sunshine.

    Crystal Isles RV park offers a mix of peace, tranquility and plays to create the Florida vacation you've been waiting for. Walk on the beach, rent a boat, fish in the local streams and lakes or test your hand at golf. We offer a wonderful experience for your next vacation.