Surf, kayak, fish, bike, and hike, from Tybee Island near Savannah to the Golden Isles of St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Little St. Simons Island and Jekyll Island. Or seek our feathered friends at the 18 observation sites of the Colonial Coast Birding Trail, including shorelines, salt marshes, old rice fields, woodlands, tidal rivers, and wetlands, with more than 300 bird species sighted.
A trip to Darien will allow you to discover Colonial life at Fort King George, get a photo op at the Sapelo Island lighthouse, watch for rare birds in some of the nation’s finest birding areas, and dine on fresh-off-the-boat seafood.
Stretching for more than 100 miles between the Savannah and St. Marys rivers, the Georgia Coast is blessed with some of the most distinct ecosystems on the planet. Georgia’s coast offers sandy beaches, ocean waves, palm trees, and nearly tropical weather for nine or 10 months out of the year, expansive marshes, hundreds-year-old live oaks, and incredible animal species.
Four state parks and five historic sites provide access to the area’s diverse natural and historical resources. Camp, picnic, and walk the two nature trails that wind through marshes, live oaks, cabbage-palmettos and longleaf pines at Skidaway Island State Park in “Georgia’s First City” – Savannah. Watch for deer, raccoons, shore birds, and rare migrating birds such as the Painted Bunting. While packed with Civil War history, Fort McAllister in Richmond Hill is also a quiet location for camping, hiking, fishing, and picnicking. Tybee Island, often referred to as Savannah’s beach, offers visitors a place for all seasons with sandy beaches, great fishing, and rich history at every turn. Bring your tent or RV and set up at Tybee’s River’s End Campground.
See gopher tortoises, fiddler crabs, herons, and other coastal birds, or put your boat into the water before sunrise to fish for the catch of the day at Crooked River State Park. Practically on the border between Georgia and Florida, Crooked River State Park offers campsites surrounded by Spanish moss-
draped oaks, and a nature trail that winds through maritime forest and salt marsh. West of Crooked River, near Waycross, is Laura S. Walker State Park, home to many fascinating creatures and plants, with opportunities for boating, skiing, fishing, and playing golf.
Near Crooked River State Park, take a ferry from St. Marys to the 17.5 mile-long Cumberland Island National Seashore [link to trail description] which provides outdoor enthusiasts with salt marshes, nearly deserted beaches, birding, wild horses, and historic sites, all contributing to a unique wilderness experience. Back on the mainland, a few miles to the west, is the Okefenokee Swamp, known for its alligators and other marquee Southern species and recognized as one of the most unique wildernesses in the world. Canoeing, kayaking, and guided boat tours, such as those offered by Okefenokee Adventures in Folkston and Okefenokee Swamp Park in Waycross, make this wilderness accessible to practically everyone. The swamp’s three entrances at Waycross, Fargo and Folkston offer a rare opportunity for outdoor recreation and education in the same day.
North of Waycross, search for more than 50 geocaches in the charming city of Blackshear or paddle the winding Satilla River [link to trail description] from several Pierce County entry points.
Georgia Coast
Gascoigne Bluff Park, 1000 Arthur J. Moore Dr.
St. Simons Island,
GA
31522
912-617-1980
Georgia Coast
St. Simons Island,
GA
31522
912-483-3500
Personalized charter fishing trips and excursions in the Golden Isles.
Georgia Coast
214 Stable Rd.
Jekyll Island,
GA
31527
912-635-4444
The Georgia Sea Turtle Center is an advanced hospital but open to the general public, offering an interactive Exhibit Gallery and Rehabilitation Pavilion with a many sea turtle patients regularly on view for guests.
Georgia Coast
Gibbs Street
Waycross,
GA
31501
912-287-2969
A covered gazebo and greenspace are accented by plenty of play places at Gilchrist Park. Seesaws, a jungle gym, swings, a modern playground, and more make Gilchrist a great place for a day with the family.
Georgia Coast
104 Marina Dr.
St. Simons Island,
GA
31522
912-638-7673
Georgia Coast
101 Speedway Dr.
Waynesville,
GA
31566
912-913-9145
Golden Isles is a 90-acre year-round RV Park on the outskirts of Brunswick, GA. Golden Isles is on the grounds of Golden Isles Speedway home of “The Fastest Dirt Track in the South.” While the two are separate, they most definitely complement each other.
Georgia Coast
10 Ocean Science Cir.
Savannah,
GA
31411
912-598-2345
Georgia Coast
Captain Matthew Freeman Dr.
Richmond Hill,
GA
31324
912-756-2676
Georgia Coast
1000 Hampton River Club Dr.
St. Simons Island,
GA
31522
912-638-1210
Georgia Coast
1 Al Henderson Dr.
Savannah,
GA
31419
912-920-4653
Voted Savannah’s best and most affordable public golf club and nominated by Golf Digest as Best New Public Golf Course in Georgia, Henderson Golf Club is the place to play in Savannah.
Georgia Coast
126 Clipper Bay Rd.
Brunswick,
GA
31523
912-280-9525
The best golf course layout in the Golden Isles! A wonderful blend of nature and golf, with panoramic marsh views and majestic tree lined fairways. Championship 18 hole golf course and practice facility! All newly renovated.
Georgia Coast
5556 U.S. Hwy. 17 N.
Brunswick,
GA
31525
912-264-7333
This beautiful plantation represents the history and culture of Georgia’s rice coast. A brief film on the plantation’s history is shown before visitors walk a short trail to the antebellum home. A stop on the Colonial Coast Birding Trail, this is an excellent spot to look for herons, egrets, ibis and painted buntings.
Georgia Coast
3901 U.S. Hwy. 82
Brunswick,
GA
31523
912-264-9738
The Hostel in the Forest is a 140-acre membership-based nonprofit sanctuary in Brunswick, Georgia, that promotes and teaches environmental sustainability, while also serving as a spiritual retreat.
Georgia Coast
13566 Hwy. 251
Darien,
GA
31305
912-437-6172
I-95 exit 49 at Darien
Georgia Coast
2970 Scrubby Bluff Road
Kingsland,
GA
31548
912-729-3232
Georgia Coast
Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island,
GA
31527
912-269-7337
Jekyll Fishing provides shallow water fishing and Inshore/Near Shore trips while remaining focused and professional on and off the water. Whether you are a novice or expert, we provide everyone the opportunity to catch fish.
Georgia Coast
366 Riverview Dr.
Jekyll Island,
GA
31527
912-635-3152
Boat and dolphin tours.
Georgia Coast
1197 Riverview Dr.
Jekyll Island,
GA
31527
866-658-3021
Pitch your tent, park your RV or camper under the magnificent oaks on the northern tip of Jekyll Island! Located opposite the Clam Creek Picnic Area, you are near by Driftwood Beach, the fishing pier and fascinating historic ruins.
Georgia Coast
322 Captain Wylly Rd
Jekyll Island,
GA
31527
912-635-2368
Jekyll Island offers the largest public golf facility in the state, with three 18-hole golf courses (Pine Lakes, Indian Mounds, Oleander) branching out from the clubhouse and a 9-holer (Great Dunes) that provides a bit of a peek into golf?s past.
Georgia Coast
3425 U.S. Hwy. 84 W.
Blackshear,
GA
31516
912-449-0095
Jot Em Down Outdoors has a little bit of everything for everyone. From outfitting a day trip on the Satilla with some kayak rentals to finding the right bit for your drill, let the Jot Em Down team use their experience to guide you in your next purchase!
Georgia Coast
1088 Lake Harmony Dr. SW
Townsend,
GA
31331
888-767-7864
I-95 Exit 58, 3/4 miles west
The Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites Park Guide is a handy resource for planning a spring break, summer vacation or family reunion. The free booklet is filled with tips on the best hiking trails, fishing spots, cabins, wedding venues and campsites.
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