Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge Tours

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This bright blue springs is a great place to kayak out to see manatee, alligators, vultures that migrate here in mass and plenty of other wildlife. Also fun for scuba and swimming!

Manatee Springs State Park

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You can take time to visit Manatee Springs State Park during your travels to Chiefland. Amble around the area's marina, or seek out its fishing spots.

“If I had wings I would fly,
I'd soar on high where only eagles dare
I'd let them rip, I'd let them tear,
until all that remained was me bare.”
― Michelle Horst, Wake Me Up

An unbelievable moment...to be able to approach this grand bird...he let me get within 15 feet...

Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve

You can take time to visit Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve during your travels to Cedar Key. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's sunsets.

Small stream created by a tiny spring that feeds the main swimming area of Fanning Springs.

Fanning Springs State Park

You can take time to visit Fanning Springs State Park during your travels to Fanning Springs.

Anderson's Landing

You can take time to visit Anderson's Landing during your travels to Suwannee.

Barbree Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Barbree Island during your travels in Old Town. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Bradford Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bradford Island during your travels in Suwannee.

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Quality Inn near Manatee Springs State Park

1125 North Young Boulevard Chiefland FL

Days Inn by Wyndham Chiefland

809 NW 21st Avenue Chiefland FL

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