Peace River at Fort Mead Outdoor Recreation Area

Fort Meade Outdoor Recreation Area

The 120-acre Fort Meade Outdoor Recreation Area provides visitors with a beautiful woodland setting along the shores of the Peace River.

Fort Meade Outdoor Recreation Area is a popular spot to launch kayaks and canoes onto Peace Creek. Fort Meade is official starting point for Florida’s Peace River Paddling Trail. Download a trail guide from floridadep.gov.

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Polk County History Center

Housed in a 1908 courthouse, this museum showcases the history of Polk County. Galleries rotate exhibits every two months. Includes…

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Wonder House Historic Tours

The rebuilding and remodeling of the Wonder House was covered by episode 9 of the Netflix show Amazing Interiors. Owners…

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Lake Kissimmee State Park

Lake Kissimmee State Park is located on the shores of lakes Kissimmee, Tiger and Rosalie, covers 5,930-acres and is a…

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