Paddletail Lodge

09/07/2026

All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance. — Martin Luther King Jr.

We hope everyone has a great day to relax, rejuvenate, and celebrate!

09/06/2026

Reminiscing about Jimmy Buffet Day 😍 what an amazing turnout from our town to celebrate!!

09/04/2026

📢 Weekend plans alert!!

The City of Crystal River is delighted to announce Saturday Night in Town Square ! One Saturday of every month, we encourage you to come visit downtown Crystal River's businesses and join us in Town Square for live music and vendors!

🗓 Saturday September 5, 2026
⏰️ 5-9pm
📍 Town Square, downtown Crystal River

09/01/2026

Did you make it to see the Jimmy Buffet tribute band, The Landsharks, in downtown Crystal River on Sunday? We had a great time, despite some rain!

08/28/2026

We can't wait!!

🎉🌴 𝙍𝙀𝙈𝙄𝙉𝘿𝙀𝙍: Get ready for Jimmy Buffett Day 𝙏𝙃𝙄𝙎 𝙎𝙐𝙉𝘿𝘼𝙔, Aug. 30 from 𝟰:𝟯𝟬-𝟴 𝗣𝗠 in Town Square!

Join us for a fun-filled evening with live music by the Landsharks, and don’t forget to show off your creativity in our Costume Contest!

👒🏴‍☠️ Dress up in one of the following categories:
1. Best Decorated Hat
2. Best Pirate Costume
3. Best Jimmy Buffett Day Outfit

Judging will be during the mid-show break, and a goodie basket will be awarded to each category winner.

Remember to bring your chairs and leave coolers and outside alcohol at home. Enjoy food and drinks available for purchase from vendors and entertainment district businesses.

08/27/2026

📢 You don't want to miss this!!! Paddletail Lodge is a half sponsor for this amazing event, and our rooms are filling up fast! How to make a weekend out of it:

🏢 Friday: Check into your room at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge
🌯 Enjoy dinner and drinks at our waterfront Tiki Bar
🛥 Saturday: Take a tour with Paddletail Adventures, leaving directly from our docks
🥟 Go scalloping & have your catch cooked for you at the Tiki upon return
🎶 Attend the FREE Jimmy Buffet Day in Crystal River Town Square - enjoy entertainment, food vendors and more!
🗓 Sunday August 30, 4:30-8pm

Did you know Jimmy Buffett co-founded the "Save the Manatee Club" in 1981 alongside then-Florida Governor Bob Graham to protect endangered manatees and their aquatic habitats?!

It's sure to be a great weekend in Crystal River - we hope to see you!

08/26/2026

Summer isn't over yet!! We aren't even close to being done scalloping in Crystal River!! Have you made it out on your very own underwater easter egg hunt yet??

We have openings for your Stay & Scallop package! Check in to your luxurious room at Paddletail Lodge & walk to your tour on site with Paddletail Adventures!

Link in bio! DM with questions!

08/23/2026

We had a great time at the 32nd Annual CCA Pasco Banquet and Auction this weekend! This exciting evening is dedicated to celebrating and supporting Florida’s marine resources! Friday night featured raffles, silent auctions, and dynamic live auctions offering exclusive prizes and unforgettable trips.
▪︎ Paddletail Lodge auctioned off a 3 day/2 night stay w/a manatee tour package ▪︎ A big thank you to The Point Distillery for being their guest ▪︎ Pictured: Paddletail Tail Michael Mancke, Pam Paone Pasco CCA Board Member