You could but it is not a small river and boat traffic is not light. Most kayak or boat the river for fishing or outlet to Gulf. The tributaries could be drafted to the many springs but the river is probably best left to boaters.
Stay on the sides, there is no wake areas and a speed limit.people conoe and kayak it all the time .so id say its safe
I wouldn't recommend it at all. Closer to the head spring you could float around that area but the river is open to fast moving boat traffic. Water gets brackish as you move away from the head spring as well.
I did not try it personally and u know you can kayak and canoe on crystal river, so I assume it to be safe. Remember, to respect the wildlife. Wear a flotation device. Contact the park rangers. There are also places to rent water recreational equipment, I'm sure they can assist.
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