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Local & General Info
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Location:
From Highway 70, turn south on U.S. 17 and travel 2 blocks to the Best Western Arcadia Inn.
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Areas Served:
Arcadia, Florida
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Area Airports:
Arcadia Municipal Airport 2 miles, Punta Gorda Airport 30 miles, Ft. Myers Airport 45 miles, Sarasota-Bradenton Airport 50 miles, Tampa Airport 90 miles.
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Local Attractions:
- 500 feet from rodeo
- 2 miles from canoeing and fishing
- 3 miles from horseback riding
- 4 miles from Peace River
- 4 miles from Desoto Memorial Hospital
- 7 miles from Environmental Learning Laboratory
- 10 miles from Desoto Correctional Institute
- 15 miles from Babcock Ranch
- 15 miles from State Hospital
- 15-20 miles from golf
- 20 miles from Myakka State Park
- 20 miles from Solomon's Castle
- 25 miles from Gulf beaches
- 30 miles from Lake Okeechobee
- 30 miles from Desoto Speedway
- 35 miles from Sebring, racetrack
- 60 miles from Cypress Gardens
- 90 miles from Walt Disney World??, Splendid China, Sea World?? and Busch Gardens??
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Nearby Cities:
- 30 miles from Punta Gorda
- 30 miles from Pt. Charolotte
- 50 miles from Sarasota
- 50 miles from Bradenton
- 50 miles from Fort Myers
- 90 miles from Tampa
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Transportation:
- 2 miles from Arcadia Municipal Airport
- 30 miles from Punta Gorda Airport
- 45 miles from Ft. Myers Airport
- 50 miles from Sarasota-Bradenton Airport
- 90 miles from Tampa Airport
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Canoe Adventures:
Paddle the Peace River and enjoy a quiet peaceful float along Florida's most popular state canoe trail. Half day, full day and overnight.
- Canoe Outpost: Call toll free 800-268-0083 for reservations, or visit their website at www.canoeoutpost.com
- Canoe Safari: Call 863-494-7865 or fax them at 863-494-5562 for reservations. Visit them at their website www.canoesafari.com
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Eco Tours:
Enjoy a 90-minute swamp buggy, tour or a three-hour off road bike tour through the Babcock Rand and Telegraph Cypress Swamp. Experienced guides offer in depth descriptions of birds, animals, plants and the cattle and horses raised on the ranch. Visitors will view panthers, bison, alligators and other animals living in Southwest Florida. All tours are by reservation only, Call 800-500-5583 for tour schedules and information.
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Rodeo:
Arcadia All Florida Championship Rodeo is Florida's oldest rodeo, established in 1928. It's called the "Granddaddy of 'em all". Come see where the best cowboys and cowgirls meet the best livestock for purse and prizes. For information call 800-749-7633.
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Horseback Riding:
Get away from is all - go horseback riding. Ride in the quiet country on safe gentle horses with or without a guide. A guide is provided free of charge. Open seven days a week with picnic area and grills. Night rides also available. For more information call 863-494-1946.
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Antique Shopping:
Arcadia's Main Street Antique Shop draws collectors from all over. With over 20 different shops, all nestled in Arcadia's Historic District, this is the place to find the most unique antiques. For more information call the Chamber of Commerce at 863-494-4003.
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Area Map
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