Peace River charters

Ready for a little adventure? How about a LOT of adventure? Take your pick at Peace River Charters. Enjoy a smooth-as-silk air boat ride on a 450-horsepower machine with state-of-the-art safety jackets and ear protection. Air boat rides offer a rarely viewed peek at backwoods Florida. Swamp buggy rides give you an even more exciting experience.

Either way, you’ll see wildlife, exotic plants, reptiles and miles of gorgeous, pristine riverscapes.

Explore

Lions, Tigers & Bears, Inc.

Here’s a memorable outing for kids of all ages. Check out the amazing wild creatures at Lions, Tigers & Bears. The wildlife sanctuary provides homes for endangered species and unwanted exotic animals on 40 acres of prime Florida upland oak habitat and pasture land. Lions, Tigers & Bears believes educating people about animals and their connection to the environment is an important key to good conservation practices.

Explore

Oak Park Inn

Oak Park Inn is on the National Registry of Historic Places. It was completed in 1904 and over the past century has been home to the Post Office, professional photographers, doctors, lawyers, Miss Gertrude’s Dress Shop and more. Today, the hotel maintains its proud historical character with a decidedly modern, eclectic approach.

Explore

Joshua Citrus

Joshua Citrus is a family-owned business that traces its roots back five generations, when the great-great grandfather of current owner Kevin Shelfer planted his first orange tree in Joshua Creek, near Arcadia. The warm, tropical climate and near-perfect growing conditions of the Peace River Valley helped make his business a success.

Today, a sixth generation of Shelfer’s has joined the family business, but the mission remains the same as in 1880: To grow and share the highest quality, best-tasting citrus fruits in Florida. Over the years, the business has blossomed from selling to packinghouses and canning plants to a retail outlet, orange grove tours and online sales.

Explore

Arcadia Peace River Campground

Peace River Campground spans 165 acres on the Peace River and offers a number of ways to enjoy a great camping experience – from 100+ acres of wilderness-only camping to RV’s, shelters and even furnished apartments. In the wilderness area, only tents are allowed (including pop ups). Pick a spot on the river's edge and feel free to fish, hike, bird watch or fossil hunt to your heart’s content.

All sites offer full hook ups with 50 amp electrical service. There’s more than a mile of river frontage, and it’s possible to go days without seeing other campers. This is about as close to nature as you can get.

Explore