Georgia’s coastline is about 100 miles from Savannah to St. Marys, but much of the coast is dotted with off-shore barrier islands. Some of these are protected areas where the Georgia beaches are isolated or inaccessible. The primary beach areas for tourists are Tybee Island, which is near Savannah, and the Golden Isles (St. Simons Island, Little St. Simons Island, Sea Island, and Jekyll Island), which are near Brunswick. Here you can enjoy the warm Atlantic waters and nice sandy beaches. The barrier islands also create an opportunity to explore the waterways and salt marshes by canoe or kayak and witness the natural beauty of the Georgia coast. There are also several historic lighthouses on the barrier islands that can be visited and even climbed.

Camping on the beach can be enjoyed at Cumberland Island where the beaches are secluded and serene. Cumberland, the southernmost of the Golden Isles, is reached by a passenger ferry operated by the National Park Service from St. Marys. You can call six months in advance at (912)882-4335 for camping reservations. You can only camp in tents, and your reservation is for up to seven days. Sea Camp Beach is has restrooms, showers, and drinking water for $4.00 per person per night, you can camp at a primitive campground for $2.00 per person per night.