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There is no more beautiful a place to explore outdoors than St. Marys, Georgia with its mystical paths and magical waterways. Is it any wonder that thousands travel to this area each year to discover our wonders?

 

 
 
 
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Howard Gilman Memorial Park on the Waterfront

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge

Up the Creek Xpeditions        Crooked River State Park

Colonial Coast Birding Trail

The Jumping Place Skydiving

Diver's Den Georgia

South Georgia Dive Charters

Camden Bicycle Center

Oak Grove Cemetery


 

 

 
 
Nature & Adventure
 
 

Howard Gilman Memorial Park
on the Waterfront

This is the ideal spot from which to watch the shrimp boats come in, take a stroll along the waterfront, have a picnic, or witness a stunning sunset.

 

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Howard Gilman Memorial Park on the Waterfront

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On the Waterfront

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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
“Land of the Trembling Earth”
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is just 45 minutes from Historic St. Marys. It is a rare experience for every member of the family. Naturally beautiful, the swamp (nearly a half-million acres), carries you back into the world’s prehistory. Interpretative exhibits, lectures, wildlife shows, boat tours on original Indian Waterways, wilderness walkways, Pioneer Island, native animals in their own habitat, all combine to weave a spell of pioneer American life. You will witness where primitive man ruled the wilds, where Indians hunted and fished, and where early settlers sought peace and communed with nature. You can see how nature still controls the environment and how nature’s balance assures the perpetuation of the flora and fauna, and the swamp itself.

Guided Interpretive Tours
Canoe
Kayak
Motorboat
Bike Rentals
Interpretive Center
Swamper Homestead
Boardwalk and Observation Tower
Camp Cornelia Café
Gift Shop

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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge

Contact Info & Location
1-866-The Swamp (843-7926)
East Entrance, call 912-843-7926 or
Visitor Center 912-496-7836.
North Entrance 912-283-0583

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Up The Creek Xpeditions
Up the Creek Xpeditions offers kayak rentals, lessons and a diverse selection of kayak eco-tours and specialty trips to many of coastal Georgia and Florida’s most scenic waterways.

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Up The Creek Xpeditions

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912-882-0911

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Crooked River State Park
Located four miles from Historic St. Marys on the south bank of the Crooked River, this park offers fine facilities in a beautiful coastal setting. Full RV hook-ups and tent camping. There is saltwater fishing and boating, two comfort stations and pioneer camping site, and a 1.5-mile nature trail for hiking. You will want to visit the nearby ruins of the famous tabby “McIntosh Sugar Works” mill built around 1825. The mill was later used as a starch factory during the Civil War.

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Crooked River State Park

Contact Info & Location
912-882-5256.
For reservations, call 1-800-864-7275
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Colonial Coast Birding Trail
Enjoy a kaleidoscope of birds and glimpse the fascinating history of the Georgia Coast by following this 18-site trail that runs from Savannah to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. More than 300 species of birds have been spotted along the way.

 



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Colonial Coast Birding Trail

Contact Info & Location
912-994-1438

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The Jumping Place Skydiving
Make your dream come true! You CAN becomea licensed skydiver and discover the freedom that eagles experience! Knowledgable staff and friendly jumperswill ensure that you have the bestskydive possoble! Take the first step today!

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Deep Sea Fishing

Contact Info & Location
912-322-7282
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Diver's Den Georgia
Diver’s Den Georgia is a factory authorized, full service dealer for all of diving’s top brands, including Scubapro, AquaLung, Pinnacle, Halcyon and Dive Rite. Fully equipped repair department.
Get certified in our convenient, four-evening/one-weekend courses — or just give it a try with a one-evening Discover Scuba experience. We also offer Advanced, Specialty, Leadership and Technical Diver training.

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Diver's Den Georgia

Contact Info & Location
912-882-7078
1050 Kingsbay Road
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South Georgia Dive Charters
SGDC is northeast Florida’s and southeastern Georgia’s premier offshore dive operator. Currently operating the only dive boat serving Kingsland, St. Mary's, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville and the beaches. Dive the entire coast from Brunswick/St. Simons Island to Ponte Vedra and Jacksonville Beach. Offering three-tank, all-day dives, fossil dives and sunset cruises.

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South Georgia Dive Charters

Contact Info & Location
912-882-7078
1050 Kingsbay Road
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Camden Bicycle Center
On land, the finest way to discover the delights of the area is on two wheels. Did you know that just 3 hours of biking a week can reduce your risk of heart disease by 50%? Serving all of southeast Georgia and northeast Florida, Camden Bicycle Center is a full service bike shop that offers an amazing selection of name brand bikes for all ages plus a wide range of accessories, gear, and professional repair services.

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Camden Bicycle Center

Contact Info & Location
912-576-9696
1929 Osborne Road
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Oak Grove Cemetery
Go back into history as you gaze at the engravings on Oak Grove Cemetery's oldest tombstones. Soldiers from every major war are buried there as wel as many ill-fated Acadians who fled to the South seeking refuge from the oppressive English.

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Oak Grove Cemetery

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(866) 868-2199
Corner of Bartlett Street & West St. Marys Street

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Dream Cruises
Sail Scenic Cumberland Sound on 43’ Yacht.

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Sailing Vessel Dream

 

 

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