The Peace RIver Wildlife Center is located at the Ponce De Leon Park in Punta Gorda. GO THERE. Right on the water, there's a little beach, place to have a picnic. A fishing platform, place to put in a small boat (BEST - A Kayak, and paddle up through the Mangroves). Watch the sunset - doesn't get much better than... More

Love coming here quite often. Beautiful sunsets, lovely nature walk and bird sanctuary. Love to sit on the beach and watch the sunset. Have watched some weddings here too. Just a wonderful place to to decompress and enjoy nature.

Each evening the park has many people who come for the sunsets. There are nature trails and a boat launch. Wildlife abounds. There are picnic tables, park benches an shelters.

If you’re looking for a meaningful afternoon, the Peace River Wildlife Center at Ponce de Leon Park in Punta Gorda is a wonderful option. Since 1978, this rehabilitation facility has treated over 100,000 injured or orphaned birds and small animals. The volunteer staff are knowledgeable and passionate about their work; their engaging narration as you tour the center is both... More

My wife and I really enjoyed walking the pier and talking with the locals about how the fish were biting. There's some really nice pavilions at the park. If you are in the neighborhood, stop by and check it out. There are also some beautiful historic homes just across the street that you won't want to miss!

Great Volunteers doing great work. They were very informative of what wildlife was there and the work that they do there.

When you visit Punta Gorda be sure to take a picnic to Ponce De Leon Park or just buy lunch from the hot dog stand that is there daily. It is on the inlet to Punta Gorda Isles and there is lots of boat traffic to watch coming from the canals. There is also a boat launching ramp for fishing... More

Wonderful place to bring visitors to the area. First, the view at Ponce De Leon Park is just beautiful. Clean restrooms, good tables and shady areas. The small mangrove walk is a tiny slice of "real Florida." At sunset you'll see lots of folks in their bag chairs ... reading a book or maybe couple holding hands... and waiting for... More

A small little center that does so much for wildlife. A must see for anyone in the area. Located on the tip of punta gprda isles with a panoramic view of charlotte harbor.