Homosassa Springs, Florida is an excellent choice for guests of vacation rentals who are looking to experience small town Florida at its best. Here, along the Central Gulf Coast, visitors to this destination can see both endangered wildlife and enjoy various activities while still savoring the weather, hospitality, and scenery that make Florida famous. Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is only a short drive away from Homosassa, and is filled with great examples of the flora and fauna that are typical of the state. There are a full one hundred and eighty acres where foxes, otters, and deer can be spotted and studied. The Spring of 10,000 Fish is another popular destination, as the waters here are so clear that there is virtually no impediment to seeing the fish.
West Indian Manatees also call the Homosassa area home, and there is a rehabilitation center for injured and abandoned members of the species nearby. Don’t forget about the hiking and jogging trails or the canoeing, kayaking or fishing opportunities while you’re in Homosassa, as Withlacoochee State Trail has more than forty miles of trail designed for your enjoyment. A short drive will take you to Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park, Fort Cooper State Park, Appleton Museum of Art, and Silver Springs.