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
- Swim with manatees
- Cedar Key clam shacks
- Island airstrip landing
- Three Sisters Springs
- Old Florida charm
Itinerary — 2 Stops
1
KCDK — George T. Lewis Airport
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 — 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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