Chassahowitzka NWR was established in 1943 for waterfowl conservation. This 31,000 acre refuge protects satwater bays, estuaries, brackish marshes, and hardwood swamps in Homosassa, FL. In 1970, the refuge lands within Citrus County were designated Wilderness. Today, this refuge provides habitat for one federally threatened species, the West Indian manatee.
If you would like more information about this refuge, the refuge system, or if you would like to volunteer your services, please contact:
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Complex
1502 SE Kings Bay Dr.
Crystal River, FL 34429
Phone: 352/382 0102
Fax: 352/382 0691
E-mail: Crystalriver@fws.gov
Last Updated: Apr 25, 2018