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    Three Sisters Springs

    Crystal River, FloridaSpring on Kings BayYes, water access only

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    Getting there

    Swimming is permitted at Three Sisters Springs through Kings Bay, with seasonal and temporary access closures.

    Water
    Spring, Kings Bay
    Entry
    Water access has no separate admission fee; launch fees may apply at the launch site. Boardwalk admission fees apply separately.
    Swim hours
    Sunrise to sunset daily, unless in-water access is closed.
    Facilities
    Boardwalk, spring run, public boat ramps nearby, kayak launches nearby
    Managed by
    Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and City of Crystal River

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    Launch a vessel from a public boat ramp or kayak launch on Kings Bay and navigate to the spring run. Motorised vessels are not permitted inside the springs.

    28.8887, -82.5892

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    Know before you go

    • Arrive through the waterways.
    • Use paddle craft inside the springs from April 1 to November 14.
    • Do not enter from the land or boardwalk.
    • Do not take motorised vessels inside the springs.

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    Questions about Three Sisters Springs

    Can you swim at Three Sisters Springs?

    Yes, when in-water access is open. Visitors must arrive through Kings Bay; there is no water access from the refuge or boardwalk.

    Do you need to book Three Sisters Springs?

    The boardwalk admission does not provide water access; swimmers must arrive through the waterways.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Three Sisters Springs?

    Water access has no separate admission fee; launch fees may apply at the launch site. Boardwalk admission fees apply separately.

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