Fort Pierce Motels is located about an hour’s drive north of West Palm Beach close to the enchanting Atlantic Ocean beaches. This lovely community has a definite rural feel, focusing on ranching and citrus farming.Fort Pierce has borne witness to the changing tides of history - as well as the changing tides of the Atlantic Ocean - for over 104 years. The Fort Pierce Inlet State Recreation Area is located on the north shore of the Fort Pierce Inlet. There are several worthwhile places to visit in Fort Pierce, along with excellent local restaurants, entertainment and lodging choices. Fort Pierce is within close driving distance of several lovely golf courses and an easy two-hour drive to all of the Orlando attractions, including Walt Disney World. This large park with sand dunes and a coastal hammock provides swimming, fishing, hiking, biking and picnicking. Savannahs State Park is a semiwilderness area with campsites, a petting zoo, botanical gardens and a boat ramp. Other attractions near Fort Pierce include the UDT Navy Seals Museum, Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Jack Island Wildlife Refuge and the St. Lucie County Historical Museum.