Swimming opportunities abound in Citrus County. From freshwater lakes, to cool, crisp springs and the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico you're sure to find the perfect swimming hole. Below is a list of some of our best swimming areas.
Crystal River
Fort Island Gulf Beach
| Description: |
Gulf of Mexico, salt water |
| Amenities: |
barbecue grills, designated swimming area, boat ramp, fishing pier, pavilion, picnic tables, restrooms, showers |
| Location: |
16000 W Fort Island Trail
Crystal River, FL 34429 |
Hunter Springs City Park
| Description: |
A city park at the site of Hunter Springs, spring water |
| Amenities: |
restrooms, picnic tables, volleyball |
| Location: |
104 NE 1st St.
Crystal River, FL |
Citrus County Bicentennial Pool
| Description: |
Jr. Olympic pool |
| Amenities: |
senior fitness program, children’s swimming lessons |
| Location: |
8145 W. Bicentennial Park Drive
Crystal River, FL 34429
352-795-147 |
Three Sisters Springs
| Description: |
spring water, accessible by boat only |
| Location: |
on the Crystal River
28°53'16.15"N / 82°35'22.07"W |
King’s Spring / Tarpon Hole
| Description: |
spring water, accessible by boat only |
| Location: |
on the Crystal River
28° 52' 55" N / 82° 35' 42" W |
Homosassa
Blue Waters
| Description: |
spring water, accessible by boat only |
| Location: |
on the Homosassa River
28°47'56.05"N / 82°35'23.19"W |
Inverness
Whispering Pines Park
| Description: |
Jr. Olympic pool and wading pool. Open seasonally. |
| Amenities: |
tennis, racquetball, basketbal, athletic fields, disc golf, nature trails, picnic tables, swimming classes |
| Location: |
1700 Forest Dr.
Inverness, FL 34453
352-726-3913 |
Hernando
Hernando Beach
| Description: |
Lake Hernando, fresh water |
| Amenities: |
barbecue grill, beach, lightning detector, parking, picnic tables, playground, restrooms, shuffleboard court, swimming, volleyball |
| Location: |
3699 E. Orange Dr.
Hernando, FL 34442 |