Discover Citrus
79 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Fort Island Gulf Beach
This beach offers stunning sunsets and soft sand, making it ideal for romantic and serene photography. Dolphins are often spotted here, adding to the wildlife photography opportunities.
Three Sisters Springs
This spring is a dreamy spot for capturing serene natural scenes, with crystal-clear waters and lush greenery. It offers plenty of opportunities for wildlife photography, particularly manatees during the winter months. The spring is closed to motorized vessels, allowing for a peaceful environment.
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
This park is a haven for wildlife photography, featuring a variety of native species such as manatees and alligators.
Crystal River Archaeological State Park
Rich in Native American history, this park offers a blend of natural beauty and historical significance. It features a temple mound and museum, making it ideal for cultural and historical photography.
Crystal River Kings Bay
While not directly in Homosassa, it's nearby and offers excellent opportunities for wildlife and landscape photography with its numerous springs and natural habitats.
Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
A rehabilitation center for injured wildlife, offering opportunities to photograph a variety of animals up close.
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park (Drive from Groveland)
A wildlife state park with a chance to photograph manatees, birds, and other wildlife in a natural setting. It's about an hour's drive from Groveland.
Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise
Seasonal cruises to observe manatees in their natural habitat, perfect for wildlife photography.
Fort Island Beachfront
This beach offers beautiful sunset views and opportunities for capturing wildlife like dolphins.
Chassahowitzka WMA
A wildlife management area with diverse wildlife and natural habitats, offering opportunities for nature and wildlife photography.
Homosassa Springs State Park West Entrance
Features a Wild Walk where visitors can see a variety of animals in naturalistic settings, offering opportunities for wildlife photography.
Fort Island Beach Boardwalk
This boardwalk provides a scenic walkway overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, offering opportunities for sunset and wildlife photography.
Monkey Island
Located in Homosassa, this small island is home to a variety of monkeys and offers unique wildlife photography opportunities from a distance. Accessible by boat, it provides a chance to capture the daily life of these animals.
Homosassa Springs Rehabilitation Center
A rehabilitation center for injured wildlife, offering unique photography opportunities for those interested in wildlife rehabilitation and conservation.
Osprey Nesting Areas Near Springs
Areas around the springs where osprey nests become active in spring, providing unique wildlife photography opportunities.
Crystal River State Archaeological Site
A historical site featuring ancient Native American mounds, offering opportunities for capturing historical and architectural photography.
Old Homosassa Waterfront
This historic waterfront area offers scenic views of boats and the river, perfect for capturing maritime life and sunsets.
Crystal River Preserve State Park
A vast park with diverse ecosystems, offering opportunities to photograph wildlife and landscapes.
Fort Island Trail
A scenic trail along the Gulf Coast, offering opportunities for waterscape and sunset photography.
Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park
Although not directly in Citrus Springs, this park is nearby and offers historical architecture photography opportunities. It features the remains of a 19th-century sugar plantation.
Homosassa River
Offering serene natural landscapes, the Homosassa River is perfect for capturing riverbank scenery and wildlife such as manatees and birds.
Halls River
A scenic waterway known for its marshlands and estuaries, offering landscape and wildlife photography opportunities.
Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins
A historical site with ruins of a sugar mill, offering opportunities for capturing unique architectural and historical photography.
Homosassa Marina
A bustling marina with boats and marine life, offering opportunities for waterscape and wildlife photography.
Boardwalk at Kings Bay
A scenic boardwalk perfect for capturing the bay's natural beauty. It offers views of the surrounding waters and wildlife, especially during early mornings or late afternoons.
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park Osprey Nest
A unique spot for wildlife photography, specifically for capturing ospreys in their natural habitat.
Cave State Forest
A unique natural area featuring caves and diverse wildlife, ideal for capturing nature and unique landscapes.
Tsala Apopka Lake
A large lake offering opportunities for waterscape and nature photography. It's a serene spot with varied wildlife and scenic views.
Kings Bay North Shore
This area offers scenic views of the bay with opportunities for nature and wildlife photography, including manatees.
Annutteliga Hammock Trail
Located nearby, this trail offers a serene and natural setting with unique flora and fauna, making it ideal for landscape and nature photography.
Dames Cave
Located in the Citrus Wildlife Management Area, Dames Cave offers an opportunity to capture unique landscapes and caves. The area involves a half-mile hike to several caves, providing a blend of natural scenery and geological formations.
Copp Winery & Brewery
A charming venue offering a mix of historical and natural settings, ideal for capturing evening scenes and architectural details.
Monkey Island of Homosassa
This tiny island in the Homosassa River is home to a group of monkeys, offering a unique wildlife photography opportunity with a mix of tropical settings.
Temple Mound State Park
Although not directly in Citrus Springs, this park is nearby and offers opportunities for historical and landscape photography. It features a mound built by the Deptford culture.
Homosassa Springs Wildlife Trail
A nature trail offering opportunities to capture native wildlife and scenic landscapes. It's a peaceful spot for photography and hiking.
Pepper Creek Trail
This trail offers a serene natural setting with opportunities to capture local flora and fauna. It is less crowded than popular parks, making it ideal for those seeking intimate moments with nature.
Hunter Springs Park
A park with clear springs and a natural setting, great for kayaking and observing local wildlife.
Homosassa Riverside Resort
This resort offers scenic views of the Homosassa River and is surrounded by lush vegetation. It's an excellent spot for capturing watercraft and riverbank landscapes.
Freezer Tiki Bar
A unique seafood bar known for its lively atmosphere, offering opportunities for street and cultural photography.
Temple Mound at Crystal River State Archaeological Site
A historic site featuring a 1,600-year-old mound, offering opportunities for historical and landscape photography.
The Old Homosassa Waterfront
A historic waterfront area with engaging seafood markets and a lively atmosphere, perfect for documentary or street photography.
Shark Island
A small island in Kings Bay, known for its wildlife and scenic views. It offers opportunities for nature and wildlife photography, especially during sunrise or sunset.
Florida National Scenic Trail
A hiking trail offering scenic views of natural landscapes and wildlife, suitable for landscape and nature photography.
Mertailor's Mermaid Aquarium Encounter
An interactive aquarium with marine life, offering opportunities to photograph underwater scenes, mermaid shows, and marine animals like rays and sharks.
Homosassa Harbor
A picturesque harbor with boats and a tranquil waterfront, offering opportunities for capturing relaxing scenes and possibly wildlife.
Pepper Creek Preserve
A natural preserve offering serene landscapes and wildlife viewing opportunities, ideal for nature and landscape photography.
Homosassa Arts District along Yulee Drive
A charming area with local art galleries and shops, providing a rich backdrop for street and architecture photography.
Homosassa Historic Train Depot
A charming historic depot, ideal for capturing architectural and historical elements.
Homosassa Arts, Crafts & Seafood Festival
An annual festival offering a vibrant atmosphere with local art, crafts, and seafood, providing opportunities for street and documentary photography.
Shellys Seafood Market
A local favorite for seafood, offering opportunities to capture candid moments of food preparation and the bustling atmosphere of a seafood market.
Citrus Hills Golf & Country Club
A golf course with scenic views of rolling hills and well-manicured greens, ideal for capturing golfers in action or peaceful landscapes.
Hernando Park
A scenic park with walking trails and natural vistas, perfect for capturing landscapes and street photography.
St Francis’s Sunnyside Up Farm Animal Rescue
A farm dedicated to animal rescue, providing opportunities to capture portraits of rescued animals and farm life.
Shelley’s Seafood and Fish Market
A bustling seafood market offering colorful and lively scenes, perfect for capturing local culture and street life.
Homosassa Historic District
A charming area with historical buildings, offering opportunities for architectural and street photography.
Shelley's Seafood and Fish Market
A bustling fish market offering opportunities for documentary photography, highlighting the local seafood industry.
Crystal River Heritage Trail
A trail offering a mix of natural scenery and historical significance. It provides opportunities for landscape and nature photography, particularly during early mornings or late afternoons.
Crystal River Watersports Marina
A bustling marina with scenic views of boats and waterways, ideal for capturing waterfront life.
Outpost Range
A premier shooting destination with over 170 lanes, offering scenes of outdoor recreational activities and landscapes.
Pine Island Beach
A scenic beach location with potential for sunset, seascape, and wildlife photography.
New to You Antiques
An antique shop filled with vintage items, ideal for capturing still-life and street photography.
Plantation Resort on Crystal River
A resort offering scenic views of the surrounding waters and natural areas, ideal for capturing relaxing waterscapes.
Crystal River State Archaeological Museum
Located within the Crystal River Archaeological State Park, this museum offers insights into Native American history and culture.
Homosassa Distillery Company
A local distillery offering tastings and tours, providing opportunities for industrial and architectural photography.
Citrus Avenue
A quaint street with historic buildings and shops, suitable for street and architectural photography.
Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve (near Crystal River)
This preserve offers a natural setting with mangroves and a variety of wildlife. It is ideal for capturing nature and wildlife scenes, especially birds and small animals.
Crystal River Power Plant
While not a traditional photography spot, the power plant can offer interesting industrial architecture contrasted with natural surroundings, especially during sunset.
Homosassa Arts, Crafts & Seafood Festival Grounds
This location hosts one of the area's biggest festivals each November, offering opportunities to capture vibrant street life, local crafts, and seafood stalls.
Crystal River Area Trailheads
Various trailheads in the Crystal River area, offering opportunities to hike and photograph nature and wildlife.
Cavallo Farm & Market
This farm is known for its blueberry U-pick and wine, offering a picturesque setting for capturing farm life and seasonal activities. The surrounding landscape provides a rural backdrop for photography.
Citrus Springs Field Wildflowers
A picturesque field with vibrant wildflowers, perfect for landscape and nature photography during the bloom season.
Crystal River High School Historic District
This historic district features a mix of old and new buildings, offering interesting architectural photography opportunities.
Crystal River State Park
Features scenic natural areas and opportunities for nature and landscape photography.
Curlew Island
This island, though not well-documented for photography, offers potential for capturing unique wildlife and natural landscapes.
Kings Bay Scenic Cruise
Offers a tour of the bay with opportunities to see manatees and other wildlife from a different perspective.
Mertailor The Factory
A unique attraction where you can capture themed portraits and scenes related to mermaid culture.
Crystal River Heritage Museum
A museum showcasing local history, suitable for capturing historical and cultural photographs.
Grannie’s Country Cookin’
A local restaurant offering a cozy atmosphere for capturing candid street and food photography.
Crystal River Historic District
Features historic buildings and streets, suitable for capturing architectural and street photography.