Three Sisters Springs in Crystal River

Three Sisters Springs is a popular tourist destination located in Crystal River, Florida. The springs are named after the three adjacent spring vents that are part of the Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge. The crystal-clear water of the springs provides a unique opportunity for visitors to observe the area's abundant manatee population, especially during the winter months when they migrate to the warmer waters of the springs. The surrounding park features a boardwalk, walking trails, and educational exhibits about the local ecosystem. The area was once used as a sacred site by the Seminole tribe, and the springs have been a protected wildlife refuge since the 1980s.