Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge (wildlife viewing, bird watching, fishing, boat excursions, canoeing). From Hwy 84, take Hwy 82 east to Rte. 177 south; or Hwy 441 south to Edith and Rte 177 north. From St. Marys, take Rte 40 west to Rte 121 south. 912-496-3331
Fort McAllister State Historic Park (View the Golden Isles and Civil War artifacts. Fishing, camping). From Richmond Hill, take Rte. 144 east and follow the signs. 800-864-7275
Jekyll Island tour (Tour a rebuilt plantation, see coastal mansions and pristine beaches). From Hwy 95, take Rte. 17 east, then Rte. 520 south to the island. 1-877-4JEKYLL
Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve (See a coastal island in its undeveloped state. Visit the lighthouse and tour Hog Hammock). Take the Sapelo Queen Ferry from Meridian (from Hwy 95, exit to Eulonia, then follow Rte 99 southeast for ten miles). 912-37-3224