10 Reasons to Explore Citrus County: Forests, Springs, and a Hippo Citizen

Many tourists who visit Florida head for Orange County, home of the state’s most famous theme parks. But just 85 miles west of here lies a lesser-known county, with a similar name and its own wild character. If you’re looking to explore Florida’s natural beauty, or if you’re into hiking, biking, and paddling, you should visit Citrus County. The region is home to forests, springs, trails, and the oldest hippopotamus in captivity. That hippo is Lucifer, better known as Lu, and he took up residence in what’s now Homosassa Springs…

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