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Situated about an hour north of the Tampa and St. Petersburg area is the quiet town of Homosassa. The area is un-equaled in its natural beauty, and boasts a long and colorful history. Because of the natural beauty, the area surrounding Citrus county has been called the "Nature Coast".
Best know for its commercial fishing, the friendliness of this old fishing village still survives even though Homosassa is becoming a favorite Florida tourist area. Its river has the reputation of being one of the prettiest in the state; the hardwoods stretch downward onto the river banks and the crystal clear waters flow to the Gulf of Mexico.
Located on the banks of the Homosassa River is Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins.
Spread over 5,100 acres, this sugar plantation dates back to about 1851. It
was a prime producer of sugar products for the Southern troops during the
Civil War, until a Union naval company captured supplies and ammunition on
the grounds of the plantation and torched the mill.
The
Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park was developed in 1960 covering 150
acres. A 157 ton underwater observatory was installed into the 45' deep
spring in 1964. Over 34 different types of fish, both fresh water and salt
water, can be observed here. The spring is the winter home to the Manatee,
which are attracted here because of the constant water temperature of
72 degrees.
If
you are looking for a place to stay and eat, look no farther than
the Seagrass River Resort, and
the Seagrass Pub & Grill.
Located at channel marker 7 on the Homosassa River, Seagrass River Resort provides lodging that is your gateway to the beauty and splendor of Florida's Nature Coast. In addition to beautiful accommodations, the river and boat docks are right at your back door. Our riverside resort is the river's departure point for fishing charters, manatee tours, and dive tours in the Crystal River or Homosassa area.
From our boat launch and slips, you're only minutes away from the headwater springs of the Homosassa river, or the majestic Gulf of Mexico. You can enjoy the sun, swimming with the manatees, or kayaking and boating, all only steps from your private villa, cottage or efficiency.