ming, diving and water skiing. A six-mile long
winding waterway connects Kings Bay with the
Gulf of Mexico.
Prior to European settlers, native civilizations
left signs of their presence in Crystal River that
can be seen at the Crystal River State Archeological Site. Evidence of settlers in this region dates
back to 500 B.C.
More than 64 million gallons of water per day
flow into the 45-foot-deep Homosassa Spring,
which creates the Homosassa River, a nine-mile
waterway to the Gulf of Mexico through some
breathtaking scenery.
Historic Brooksville in Hernando County harkens back to antebellum days with brick-lined
streets, historic homes and antique shops.
Preserving the Nature Coast
The human population is dwarfed by the
multitude of wildlife in the area. From the West
Indian manatee to the Florida black bear, bald
eagles and Florida panther, many endangered
species call the Nature Coast home. The coast
houses wildlife refuges and preserves. For example, in Levy County, one-fifth of the land is held
in nature preserves. It is very important to the
people of the Nature Coast to protect the aquatic
and forest environments, creating a healthy, stable
area for wildlife and residents alike.
Terra Vista at Citrus Hills
Living in the Nature Coast
Along the nature coast, you’ll find quaint
villages and planned communities from affordable prices. One such community is Terra
Vista at Citrus Hills, located in Citrus County,
FL. According to George Sleeman of the Citrus
Hills community when people visit, they often
say “We didn’t know a place like this existed.”
This highly amenitized community with rolling
hills offers year-‘round outdoor activities, including some of the best golf in Florida. Citrus Hills
is well-known for its high-quality spa services.
Bella Vista Spa & Fitness promotes physical fitness, beauty and wellness. The 45,000 sq. ft. facility sets the standard in wellness in central Florida.
From this location, Tampa, Orlando and Ocala
are all within an hour’s drive.
Whether you’re interested in visiting or perhaps relocating to the area, you’ll find the Nature
Coast welcoming and inviting, and a truly natural
experience. |
