The best bike park in SW FL!!! Caloosahatchee Regional Park has over 10 miles of great mountain…read morebike trails! with lots of Fast drops, big climbs and lots of beautiful Florida sights. A great way to get some exercises! Make sure to check the web site before heading out. Fl Mudcutters.com Caloosahatchee Regional Park.com

Naomi was incredibly friendly, informative and knowledgable. Looking forward to visiting again!…read moreThank you for a great experience!!

I'll just go ahead and say it. You can't walk through the gates of Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary on a…read moreguided tour and come out the same person you were before. Not if your heart is beating. Nestled in a secluded animal mecca near the Babcock Ranch proximity of Punta Gorda, live 57ish forms of wildlife who have found their forever home in Octagon, most of whom would not be alive had it not been for the compassionate hearts who saved these sentient beings. Yes, of course, this Disneyland For Wildlife has lions, and tigers, and bears, oh my! (admit it, you saw that one coming), but so much more, including species you would not expect to see at a wildlife sanctuary. For example, the homing pigeons who landed at Octagon because they were orphaned and have no knowledge of how to forage for food. As well as the alligator who grew up in a bathtub (don't even get me started). How about the pair of Macaws that were rescued from a dentist's office after the patients were teaching them one too many curse words ? And the monkey (cue the waterworks, it's ok to cry along with me) who was abandoned in a cage and left at the gates to Octagon on Thanksgiving Day. We can't forget the baboon who spins gleefully on three legs when he thinks no one is watching, which is extraordinary when you learn that he came to Octagon because of a history of being mentally abused. The one thing they all have in common? They're all rescues. All of these majestic creatures have been rescued and offered a New Beginning to live out the rest of their lives in a place where they are happy and well-cared for. In fact, Octagon was rated as one of the Top 10 wildlife sanctuaries in the country for the happiest animal residents. Now, that's saying something. Octagon even has resident "squatters", i.e. animals that don't need to be here but choose to be, for example Blue, the handsome peacock who hangs out to spread his beautiful plumage for the lady hens (hang in there, pal, one day you might get lucky) and the ibis who travel in and out to the sanctuary, to score a free meal and to swap stories with their friends. The feeling of joy is palpable as you walk along the path, as every animal resident (humans too) was thrilled to see my tour guide, Tracey Pirozzi, chuffing at the fence to gain her attention. No animal is ever asked to do anything it doesn't want to do. Every enclosure is arranged to make the animal as comfortable as possible. In fact, enclosures are often customized to the resident to work around any historical triggers they may have. In addition to the opportunity to see these precious animals thriving at their new beginnings, the tour also was extremely educational. I learned so much, as did the others in my tour group. Tracey kept things light and informative, engaging everyone in fun games and quizzes along the way. While fielding questions and engaging us with the animals along the way, Tracey speaks earnestly and passionately about the purpose, about the origins, of Octagon. I shed a few tears (maybe more than a few) when I saw how dear this place is to her heart. And it's easy to see why. Every animal here is given some sort of enrichment, something to keep their mind stimulated, which is critical to their overall well-being, whether it's a large ball that they can push around, a hanging crate of meat that they have to unpuzzle to claim, or a TV to watch their favorite cartoon. And marshmallows! Psst, Tracey, how about another marshamllow, puhhhhleeeeezzzzzz? As a 501(c)(3) nonrprofit organization, Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary depends entirely upon donor support, with no government assistance. As you can imagine, Octagon has a hefty expenditure in just keeping their doors open. Their food bill alone, as you can imagine (we saw one tiger tackle five chickens for breakfast), runs in the tens of thousands of dollars every month. Not only that, but there are no paid jobs here. The facility is managed by a 100% volunteer workforce, and every volunteer we encountered had a huge smile on their face, and a fierce passion upon their brows. We could feel it. The animals could feel it. The guided tour is suited for people of all ages, a terrific way to spend the morning. One little boy in our tour group was so engaged and so spot-on with the answers to Tracey's questions that I'm pretty sure that he'll soon be a tour guide . For Southwest Florida residents or for visitors from out of town, I highly recommend this opportunity to see nature at its best. I give it four paws up. To make your tour extra special, make a reservation for the 9:30am tour on Thursdays, so Tracey can show you this magical place!

This animal rescue sanctuary is truly a special place. My husband and I loved it. You can feel the…read morecompassion and dedication the moment you arrive. Julie and the volunteers clearly care deeply about the animals and go above and beyond to ensure they are safe, healthy, and loved. The sanctuary is clean, well-organized, and focused on the animals' well-being above all else. It's inspiring to see animals given a second chance at life in such a nurturing environment. Thank you Julie for being our tour guide! It was amazing!! The sanctuary is a must see!!

Stopped in here a few weeks ago with a small group of dads & daughters. We made a reservation for…read morethe rides and we were greeted by the owner, Lori. Lori explained what her farm is all about and helped get our kids onto the horses. The ride was 90 minutes and we rode the horses all over the woods and through a few neighborhoods. As we rode through the neighborhoods, the folks sittin on their porches waved at us and said hello. At the end of the ride, Lori took a group photo of us on the horses and then we all let the horses back to their stable. We were also given carrots to feed the horses which the kids enjoyed feeding the horses. I'll be back next year for another ride.

Relax on a horse ride and let the ride take you through woods, pastures palms and palmettos well…read moreworth the small price

Nice stop to let my dog out when being on the road. Very simple and plain grass and I didn't go…read morevery far. Small parking lot.

Joy was a wonderful guide even with crazy allergies creating a strain on her voice. Interesting…read moreand fun for the family. Saw lots of nature, deer, raccoon, boars, snake, alligators, cranes, cracker cows.​

CAPT Jenn is awesome! Since it's not a great time to be going out on charters because of Corona,…read moreJenn and her family has been going out and catching fish everyday and at the end of the day she has been cleaning the fish and then going around town and delivering the fish to eat for families who lost their jobs! ! CAPT Jenn is a humble Navy Veteran and will not talk about her good deeds but I am a member of the community and I see the families she is helping so I will share her good deeds. She is doing great things for our community during times of hardship. Thank you for all you are doing Jenn!

Captain Jennifer took my family out on a fun afternoon river cruise. She knew all about the area,…read morewas friendly, and a great conversationalist. She also answered all my newbie questions about buying a boat of my own and helped me avoid a risky purchase. I'm super glad to have found someone so helpful and accommodating!

Great place to bring ur furry friends, They have the big and small dog section, public bathroom,…read moreand trash bags to pick up after ur pups. Very clean park and very nice people!

Wow, I love my girls and this was such a fun park to bring them to. This park is located in…read moreBabcock ranch and on the way to the park we walked a beautiful nature trail. We saw a small alligator on the way but it is was at a distance. The park has a section for big and small dogs. There are agility obstacles for the pups, which we really enjoyed and at the entrance you can pick and fill up a water bucket for your best friend to drink out of.

I've been fortunate enough to experience Dim Jandy Ranch both as a guest and from behind the scenes…read morewhile helping care for the ranch during the owners' time away. Because of that, I can honestly say this is one of the most extraordinary places I've ever visited. Most people come for the goat yoga, and they absolutely should. I've done it myself, and there aren't many things in life that will make you laugh harder than a happy little goat deciding your back is the perfect place to stand while you're on all fours. It's impossible not to smile. If yoga isn't your thing, don't miss the Goat & Highland Cow Snuggling experience. Spending time with sweet Highland calves Marsala and Risotto, along with the friendliest goats you'll ever meet, is something you'll remember long after you leave. But what makes Dim Jandy Ranch truly special isn't the activities. It's the people. After spending days here, you begin to notice the little things most visitors never see. A kitten with a broken leg isn't simply treated and forgotten. She's comforted, fussed over, and loved. A blind, epileptic dog who isn't interested in taking her medication isn't rushed or treated like an inconvenience. She gets all the patience, time, and encouragement she needs. Every animal here is treated like family because, to the people who built this ranch, they are family. You can see the results everywhere. The animals trust people. The donkeys greet you like old friends. The goats happily climb into your lap. Marsala comes walking over every morning just to say hello. Animals don't fake trust. They either feel safe or they don't, and every corner of this ranch reflects the love they've been shown. Some places are beautiful because of the scenery. Some are memorable because of the experiences they offer. Dim Jandy Ranch is unforgettable because of the kindness that lives here every single day. Whether you're visiting for goat yoga, cuddling Highland cows, meeting the donkeys, or simply looking for a joyful morning surrounded by animals, you'll leave with far more than a few great photos. You'll leave reminded that there are still wonderful people quietly making the world a better place. I recommend Dim Jandy Ranch without hesitation. It has become one of my favorite places in all of Southwest Florida, and every time I drive through the front gate, I leave feeling like my soul shines just a little brighter.

Goat yoga is a blast! Only on Saturday mornings. Hope she grows huge and can offer more times one…read moreday. Place is so well maintained. You get to bottle feed the goats, give them treats and pet them. The high cow roams around and you can pet and get pics while attempting to do yoga. If you want a pic with a goat on your back while doing yoga you can. Not tons of yoga happened, but lots of laughs, smiles and pets. Baby kittens are on the farm, can't forget about them. The donkeys will let you pet them if you come in and sit down with them. Silkie chickens in the back to see also. Inside the home there are some baked goods and honey for sale. An Airbnb on the back of property is available also. Super cute place. 10/10 all around.