Peace River
The Peace River is in the southwestern part of the Florida peninsula. Spanish charts of the 16th century called it Rio de la Paz.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
River facts
| Source | Lake Hancock area, Polk County |
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Lake Hancock is at its head.
Listed fish are the species named for the river on its Wikipedia page. Check the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for river-specific regulations before you fish.
Lakes and flowages on the Peace River
Lakes in our guide on or connected to this river:
Source: Peace River (Wikipedia)