Peace River & Babcock Ranch

The scenic Peace River winds through old Florida wilderness, offering some of the region’s finest canoeing and kayaking past cypress banks and abundant wildlife — fossil-hunting is a popular bonus along its sandy bends. Nearby, Babcock Ranch holds the distinction of being America’s first solar-powered town.

Together they showcase the area’s wilder, forward-looking side, from untouched riverine landscapes to a glimpse of sustainable living in action.

Peace River & Babcock Ranch