Peace River, From Homeland Garfield RD to 98

          This trip was GREAT, we launched at a new park (Heritage Peace River Landing) they opened up on Homeland Garfield RD, it is on the south side of the road. You drive back a little ways go to the right and you will come a nice parking area. When we went to drop off the trucks a Polk County Sheriff drove through the park on 98, we joked about him giving us a ride, and he said he would if we needed it almost unbelievable. I guess they do serve people here. We felt safe leaving our trucks here. The place that you launch from is nice with a floating dock. Head south and it is a nice shady stretch of the river. River has a good flow even without rain and you can just float down with just a leisurely paddle. We spent about 8 hours going down the river with several stops. We always stop for lunch and we grill something. The water is clear and very refreshing. If you swim just remember it is a wilderness area and keep an eye out for gators and snakes. We did not see any this trip. We did see birds. It is a long trip but a easy one with no jams anywhere along the river. There are shallow places but you can paddle all the way down. You might have to scoot across a log or sand bar. The point we got out is nice. Several people were around fishing. Although long this trip is a great paddle just give yourself plenty of time. A beginner could do it, but just remember the length of it. I would recommend it for intermediate on up, only because of the length. 

 

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