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The Suncoast Trail runs for 54.1 miles alongside the Suncoast Parkway, stretching from northern Hillsborough County through Pasco and Hernando counties. It traverses suburban, agricultural, and natural areas, offering rest stops and interpretive signs that highlight historical and ecological features. The trail includes cold water stations and benches for resting and refueling, making it ideal for cycling, jogging, or hiking.

Citrus Wildlife Management Area is a 50,000 acre nature preserve. There are many miles of trail and dirt roads that cut through the preserve, so there are many routes to choose from.

The Withlacoochee State Forest is a 157,479 acre nature preserve along the Chassahowitzka River and coastal swamps. The forest is a mix of woodland and swampland. There are several miles of trails throughout the forest.

The Hog Ponds Trail is a great trail that winds through forest and swampy grassland. The trail is flat, so it is not too challenging.

Stage Pond is a nice small pond along in the Citrus Wildlife Management Area. There is a dirt path that circles the pond, so you can get a good look at the water.

Three Sisters Springs is home to one of Florida's most beloved animals, the manatee. As such, it is managed with their welfare in mind and though swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding are permitted it is up to the discretion of the park, and these activities can be restricted at any time for the benefit of the manatees. That being said, it is a beautiful area and the chance to glimpse the manatees in their native habitat should not be missed.

Crystal River Preserve State Park protects 27,500 acres of Florida as it was centuries ago. The park offers visitors the chance to bike, hike, kayak, or paddleboard through a mostly untouched wilderness that spans a vast array of different ecosystems.

The Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center is located right on King's Bay and has great interactive displays and exhibits about the Crystal River Wildlife Refuge. Parking and admission are free, dog-friendly, and handicap-accessible.