One of the state’s best natural features is its impressive coastline.
Here are nine of Georgia’s best coastal towns.
Extend your stay with aroad tripencompassing a few of your favorites from this list.
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First-time visitors should stop at Georgia’s oldest and tallest lighthouse and the North Beach Birding Trail.
St. Simons Island
One of Georgia’s largest barrier islands,St.
Simons Island, is known for its wide variety of things to do.
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The Pier Village downtown is great for spending an afternoon shopping, strolling, and sipping.
Today, it’s aneveryman’s beachside destinationfocusing on environmental education.
Head to the Georgia Sea Turtle Center to see the endangered species up close.
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At Tidelands Nature Center, explore marshes, beaches, and maritime forests.
Kayak tours of the island’s many tidal creeks are also available.
Consider theGreyfield Innif you prefer pampering.
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It’s a bed and breakfast that once was the home of Thomas and Lucy Carnegie’s daughter.
If you’ve got an adventurous spirit, become one with nature by camping at Cumberland Island National Seashore.
The campgrounds offer restroom facilities, showers, and several boardwalks to the beach.
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Today, wild horses and other island wildlife roam the grounds right on the beach.
Brunswick
Mainland sister city to the Golden Isles, Brunswick is your quintessential port town.
Laid out in a grid system similar to Savannah, exploring this historic hamlet is easy.
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Check out the distinctive clock tower at Old City Hall and the Ritz Theatre.
The town is also known for its fishing and shrimping industry.
After a two-hour cruise, you’ll indulge in your catch at a giant shrimp boil.
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Spend some time exploring this historic coastal town’s shops, restaurants, and attractions.
Then head to Crook River State Park to take full advantage of the Intracoastal Waterway and lush maritime forests.
Visitors can choose their adventure with an afternoon spent hiking, biking, fishing, or kayaking.
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Rent one of 11 cottages or reserve a campsite if you want to stay the night.
Darien
This tiny coastal town wedged between Savannah and Brunswick was once a thriving port.
Today Darien sparkles for its beautiful scenery, expansive waterfront park, and charming historic district.
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Take advantage of the Fort King George State Historic Site and the Old Jail Arts Center and Museum.
And with an abundance of rivers and access to the ocean, Darien is also an angler’s paradise.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Tybee Island is accessible from I-95 (north/south) or I-16 (east/west) from Savannah.
However,Little Tybee Islandis only accessible by boat, kayak, or jet ski.
Georgia hasthree state parksnear coastal Georgia.
The state parks include Crooked River State Park, Fort McAllister State Park, and Skidaway Island State Park.
