Crystal River - King s Spring
Protected Area
Crystal River
Why dive here
With 142+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, seahorses, sea turtles and mantis shrimp - Crystal River - King s Spring offers some of Florida Springs's richest cave diving. Water ranges 16-31°C, warmest June, July, August.
Kings Spring at Crystal River offers a unique chance to dive with manatees, particularly in the cooler months when they seek the warmer spring waters. It's a gentle, shallow dive, perfect for snorkelers and newer divers looking for an easy entry into Florida's springs. We typically see these gentle giants grazing on the river grass, often curious enough to swim quite close. Visibility can vary, especially after heavy rains, but it generally holds up well within the spring itself.
Safety Notes
Overhead environment - never enter without proper cave/cavern training, redundant equipment, and a guideline.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Crystal River - King s Spring
Crystal River - King s Spring Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Crystal River - King s Spring, sourced from Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
78°F · Range: 19.7–27.7°C
Air Temperature
22°C
72°F
Current Speed
2 cm/s
Direction: S (180°)
Salinity
32.94 PSU
Wind Speed
4.3 m/s
8.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1014.6 hPa
Based on 1 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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