The Nature Coast

Notes from Homosassa

Manatees, monkeys, springs, and everything else within a few minutes of the driveway.

Manatees

Swimming with manatees: how November to March works here

The put-in is less than a mile from the house, and the kayaks come with your stay. When to go, what to bring, and how close is too close.

August 2, 20265 min read
Day trips

Monkey Island, Three Sisters Springs, and a perfect Homosassa day

Launch at Monkey Island, drift past the monkeys, and be back for an afternoon in the pool. A one-day route that hits the Nature Coast's greatest hits.

July 21, 20264 min read
With dogs

Bringing the fur babies to Florida's dog-friendliest little town

Fenced yard, XL doggy door, and a town where the restaurants say yes — what traveling to Homosassa with dogs actually looks like.

July 8, 20264 min read

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