KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
From Orlando
From FL-408 W take the Florida's Turnpike exit toward Ocala. Keep Left to stay on Florida's Turnpike for 41.2 miles. Take exit 307 toward Inverness. Turn left on to FL-44 W for 15 miles. Turn right onto US-41 N which becomes Main St. Continue on FL-44 for 7.5 miles. Keep right to stay on FL-44 for 7.4 miles. Turn right on to N Turkey Oak Dr for 0.2 miles. Crystal River KOA will be on your left.
From Tampa
From I-275 N take exit 53 to merge onto I-75 N toward Ocala for about 55 miles. Take exit 329 for FL-44 toward Inverness. Turn left onto FL-44 W and take to N Turkey Oak Dr and turn right. Crystal River KOA will be on your left.
OR
From I-275 S take exit 39 to merge onto FL-60 W. Continue onto FL-589 N for 67.1 miles. Turn left onto FL-44 W for 4.7 miles. Turn right on to N Turkey Oak Dr for 0.2 miles. Crystal River KOA will be on your left.
From Gainesville
From I-75 S take exit 350 toward Dunnellon. Merge onto FL-200 for 16.1 miles. Take a slight right onto County Rd 491 for 10.2 miles. Turn right onto County Rd 486/ W Norvell Bryant Hwy for 3.9 miles. Turn right onto FL-44 for 1.5 miles. Turn right on to N Turkey Oak Dr for 0.2 miles. Crystal River KOA will be on your left.
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During your visit with us, make sure to check out some of these great restaurants. We at Crystal River KOA cannot recommend them enough! Distance or driving time added to help you plan better.
BREAKFAST
Breakfast Station (1.4 miles) open daily from 7am- 3pm
Biscuit Barn (2.5 miles) open Monday to Friday 6am-2pm, Saturday to Sunday 7am - 2pm
Beans & Greens Coffee House (2.4 miles) Monday to Friday 7am - 2pm, Saturdays 8am to 2pm, CLOSED SUNDAYS
Cattle Dog Coffee (1.4 miles) Monday to Saturday 7am to 6pm Sundays 8am-3pm. pet friendly outdoor seating
SEAFOOD
Crab Plant (1.6 miles) on the water with indoor or outdoor seating. Tuesdays to Saturday 11am to 8:30pm. CLOSED SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS
Cedar River Seafood (1.5 miles) outdoor seating available, very casual. Sunday to Thursday 11am-9pm, Friday and Saturday 11am to 10pm
Dans Clam Stand (.8 miles) outdoor seating. CLOSED MONDAYS. Tuesdays to Saturdays 11am-8pm, Sundays 11am-7pm.
The Freezer -HOMOSASSA FL- Cash Only, dockside waterfront seating (20-minute drive) 11:30 am- 9pm
ON THE WATER
Crackers Bar, Grill & Tiki (1.7 miles) Sunday to Thursday 11 am to 9pm, Friday and Saturday 11am to 10pm. LIVE MUSIC and outdoor seating
Waterfront Social (1.9 miles) LIVE MUSIC! open Sunday to Thursday 11am-9pm, Friday and Saturday 11am to 10pm
Tipsy Tarpon (1.6 Miles) Waterfront tiki bar with live music and seafood. Closed Tuesdays. 11am to 7pm, Friday and Saturday 11am to 10pm
Crumps Landing -HOMOSASSA FL- 20 minutes from camp. Live music and full bar available. Closed Mondays. 11am to 9/10pm
Pecks Old Port Cove 20-minute drive on Ozello Trail. CLOSED TUESDAYS, 11am-9pm
Backwater Fins off Ozello Trail. Sunday to Wednesday 11am-9pm Thursday to Saturday 11am-10pm
Relaxed
Kanes Cattle Co. (1.4 miles) outdoor seating available. Downtown Crystal River. Brunch hours Wednesday to Sunday 7am to 2pm. Dinner 4pm to 9pm/10pm. CLOSED TUESDAYS
Nortons (1.4 miles) Sports bar with outdoor seating. Sunday to Thursday 11am to 11pm. Friday and Saturday 11am- 1am. Dog friendly and live music available on the weekends
St Johns Tavern (1.4 miles) Classic pub faire with an extensive drink selection. LIVE MUSIC. Sunday to Wednesday 11am to 10pm. Thursday 11 am to 11pm. Friday and Saturday 11am to 12am
Copp Brewery & Winery (.4 miles) Live music on the weekends outdoor seating available. Wednesday and Thursday 11am to 8pm. Friday and Saturday 11am to 11pm. Sundays 12pm-7pm. CLOSED MONDAY AND TUESDAY
Coney Island (.8 miles) Indoor/outdoor seating. Sunday and Monday 10am to 6pm. Tuesday to Thursday 10am-8pm. Friday and Saturday 10am-9pm
Upscale - Reservations required/ recommended
Bayside Kraft Kitchen (1.6 miles) on the water Monday to Thursday 3pm-9pm. Friday 3pm to 9:30pm. Saturday and Sunday 12pm-9pm
Vintage on 5th (1.3 miles) in the heart of downtown Crystal River Tuesdays to Thursdays 5pm-9pm Friday and Saturday 5pm-10pm. CLOSED SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS
Oscar Penns -INVERNESS FL- Steak, Seafood and Sushi. Tuesdays to Thursdays 4pm-8pm, Friday and Saturday 4pm to 9pm. CLOSED SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS
Wallaces at the greenhouse - HOMOSASSA FL- a scratch kitchen with a menu that changes weekly! Wednesday 4pm to 9pm. Thursday to Saturday 11am to 9pm. CLOSED SUNDAY TO TUESDAY
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