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Old Florida Gulf Coast

Escape to the Florida that time forgot. Land on Cedar Key's tiny island strip for dockside clams, then hop to Crystal River to swim with wild manatees in gin-clear springs.

Duration
Full Day
Difficulty
Moderate
Total Distance
140 nm
Flying Time
1.3 hr flying time
Stops
2 stops
Region
Nature Coast

Trip Highlights

Itinerary — 2 Stops

1

KCDK — George T. Lewis Airport

Cedar Key, FL · 11 ft · 2,355 ft runway

Cedar Key — land on the island strip, walk to Dock Street clam shacks

Top Activities
  • Cedar Key Historic District ★ 4.6
  • Steamers Clam Bar & Grill ★ 4.4
  • Cedar Key Kayak Trails ★ 4.7
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2

KCGC — Crystal River-Captain Tom Davis Field

Crystal River, FL · 9 ft · 4,555 ft runway

Crystal River — manatee swim tours on Kings Bay

Top Activities
  • Swim with the Manatees ★ 4.8
  • Three Sisters Springs ★ 4.7
  • Seafood Seller & Cafe ★ 4.5

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