This former phosphate mine and Peace River forested wetlands is a 400 acre riverside preserve located on the Peace River six miles south of Bartow on SR 17 east of the Homeland flashing traffic light. There are picnic facilities, bathrooms, and a one mile+ boardwalk into the Peace River swamp.You can look for wintering sparrows in the fields and during the fall migration season, check for warblers. Short-tailed Hawks may nest here. This is a year-round site but the fall season (August-Oct) is best. For best results, walk the edge trail north along the tree line, then proceed to stroll down the boardwalk, which is a great experience.
There is no entrance fee.

http://www.floridahikes.com/imcagrico