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Unit Name: Crystal River Archaeological State Park
Acres: 61.55 Managing
Agency:
Description:
DRP
Current Management Plan
Approved:
A National Historic Landmark, this 61-acre, pre-Columbian, Native American site has burial
mounds, temple/platform mounds, a plaza area and a substantial midden. The park sits on the
edge of an expansive coastal marsh. Anglers may catch saltwater and freshwater fish. As part of
the Great Florida Birding Trail, the park offers birdwatchers the chance to observe a variety of
birds. The park has a boat tour of the river every Friday, weather permitting.
Accomplishments:
Cultural Resource Management
• Completed a variety of archaeological assessments, studies and monitoring activities to protect
the park’s cultural resources.
Visitor Services
• Atl-atl Program developed.
• Increased ‘Sifting for Technology’ programs.
• Participated in Summer Camp Program and increased offsite and onsite visitor interpretation.
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2008