Chassahowitzka River — Local services in Homosassa Springs

Could be a peaceful rive if it wasn’t for the motor boats who think they own the river! Everytime I come here jet skis or a motor boat has to try and always tip us over in our canoe with children inside! And I’m pregnant. Someone intentionally turned around just to try and tip us over! They go SO fast and have zero regard for anyone in kayaks or canoes! There are manatees in the water that are all cut up from the propellers because they drive WAY too fast down the river and don’t want to slow down for the wildlife. This river is exactly how you expect Florida people to act they do not care for anyone but themselves. (Not everyone acts this way but I will say most) A lot of drunks and loud music. I haven’t been to a single spring or river In Florida without drunks and disrespectful people who think the world revolves...

What can I say… weeki wachee reached capacity so we wanted to check out a local spring that was not too far from the area. We found this place, kayaks were gone for the day at this shack so we had to go to another one that charged $40 for a double kayak and $30 for a single. We went around, wasn’t too packed but the water was not clear at all now it appears in pictures… even when we made it all the way to the end. Luckily Didn’t see any alligators! Make sure to bring water shoes but water doesn’t get very clear unfortunately, perhaps because boats are...

The river is outstanding. Absolutely beautiful. It gets a bit obnoxious during busy times with people playing music on the river and partying. It disturbs the peace a bit, but that can be avoided by getting out early or doing a later day trip or off-season paddle. Perfect all year round, though water levels can get low in some areas. The river is clean and staff are helpful.

Visitors, please respect this stunning place. Take out what you bring in. Let's work together to maintain the natural state and keep wildlife safe and...