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About the Complex

Crystal River Complex

This complex also includes Chassahowitzka, Egmont, Passage Key and Pinellas NWR.

Crystal River is managed as part of the Crystal River Complex.

About the NWRS

National Wildlife Refuge System

The National Wildlife Refuge System, within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, manages a national network of lands and waters set aside to conserve America’s fish, wildlife, and plants.

Important Information

• Three Sisters Springs Open or Closed Status

  In order to keep you updated on whether Three Sisters Springs is open or closed, we are posting the latest information on our Facebook page. You do not need to have a Facebook account to see these updates.

  Open or Closed Status on Facebook

• 2016-2017 Three Sisters Springs In-Water Management Protocol

  

  Click the link below, to see latest Protocol and Guidelines for Opening and Closing Three Sisters Springs. Photo credit: Broderick Jenkins

  Protocol and Guidelines for Opening and Closing Three Sisters Springs

• Manatee Studies

  

  Two observational studies assessed manatee usage of the Springs and the Spring Run, the interactions between manatees and people, and the visitor experience by both: boardwalk and in-water visitors.

  Manatee Studies

• Mind Your Manatee Manners

  

  Observing from a distance is the best way to protect manatees and all wildlife. Watch manatee manners videos before swimming, diving, or boating.

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