PLACES TO STAY
Reserve your Wilderness Retreat
near Blue Spring State Park near Orange City, FL, has the best winter manatee aggregation easily viewed from a boardwalk, USA
Blue Spring State Park near Orange City, FL, has the best winter manatee aggregation easily viewed from a boardwalk, USA is a top spot to see Florida Manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) in the wild. Below are the best-rated places to stay within 25 km, plus tips for spotting nearby.
Florida Manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris)
BEST TIME TO SEE
Winter. Warm springs such as Crystal River and Blue Spring draw manatees October to March when Gulf waters cool.
SIGHTING TIP
November to March at Blue Spring State Park, Orange City, FL, and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge for the highest concentrations.
Coordinates
28.9000°N, 81.3000°W
HABITAT
Shallow warm coastal waters, estuaries, rivers, and springs; must stay in water warmer than 20°C to avoid cold stress syndrome
CONSERVATION STATUS
Threatened
Hotels and Stays Nearby
Within 25 Km