Manatee Viewing Guide for Central Florida 2024
Manatee Viewing Guide 2024 for Central Florida – In the winter, manatees seek out warm waters and that assists us to be able to view them at local state parks and the waters around Central Florida. In this guide, find out where you can take the family to get up close with manatees this season.
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What:
On certain cold days, you can see hundreds of manatees in certain locations around Central Florida. Manatee season lasts into March, so plan accordingly, especially on cold days, to see these amazing creatures.
Where:
Blue Spring State Park
2100 W French Avenue, Orange City
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- Arrive Early due to crowds
- $6 entry per vehicle
- 8 am to dusk
- You can call to get the count of manatees before you go
- Pack a lunch or picnic
- Enjoy the playground
- Rent a canoe or go on the St. John’s River Cruise
The Florida Manatee Festival
Downtown Crystal River
- January 13-14, 2024
- Adults are $10 and Kids 12 and under are free
- Come join the celebration in downtown Crystal River as we honor our most famous resident!
The Manatee Festival
Valentine Park, Orange City
- January 27-28, 2024
- Adults are $10 and Kids 4-10 are $2 and children under three are free
- It’s a Festival where you can enjoy entertainment, food, presentations and more.
- Enjoy the FREE shuttle into Blue Spring State Park to visit the manatees
ManateeFest 2024
Manatee Lagoon | 6000 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach
- February 3, 2024
- FREE admission
- FREE face painting
- KidsFunZone
- Dine at one of the food vendors
- Shop at one of the many arts and crafts vendors
- Visit one of the environmental exhibitors
- Complimentary parking
Three Sister Springs
123 NW US Highway 19, City of Crystal River
- $20 for adults and $7.50 for kids (free for kids 5 and under)
Ellie Schiller Homossasa Springs Wildlife State Park
- Approximately two hours away from Orlando
- Adults (age 13+), $13; children ages 6-12, $5; children 5 and under admitted FREE.
When:
January – March 2024
More Details:
- Bring binoculars
- Bring blankets and lunches to make a day of it
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