Outdoor Pursuits
With our beautiful coastal location and our moderate year round temperatures, St. Marys and the southeast Georgia coast are a perfect location for outdoor activities all year long.
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which is just a short ferry ride from St. Marys. You can also view our Cumberland Island Map. *Note: There is a new check-in process for all ferry passengers which you can read about at the NPS Cumberland Island website.
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Another jewel in the Georgia Coastal crown, the Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge is located 45 minutes west and is the largest national wildlife refuge in the eastern United States and contains the impressive Okefenokee Swamp. A visitor’s center with a short movie; plus hiking trails, boardwalk & observation deck, picnic tables are all added features for a fun time at the swamp.
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A 90-minute scenic boat trip through the Okefenokee Swamp is offered several times a day. Canoe, kayak, boat and bike rentals are also available. 912-496-7156
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500 acre park features picnic sites, boat dock & ramp, nature center, bird blind, bicycle rental and 4-mile hiking trail – 10 minute drive or 30 minute bike ride from Spencer House Inn. On the way, stop at the McIntosh Sugar Mill tabby ruins.
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Bicycle sales, service and rentals – they will deliver to Spencer House Inn, open Mon.-Fri. 9:30am-6:30pm, Sat., 9:30am-3:30pm, closed Sun. 912-576-9696.
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The Colonial Coast Trail aptly weaves bird watching into the state’s historical roots, encouraging visitors to stop at Civil War forts and plantations, as well as at freshwater wetlands, woodlands and tidal rivers. Though the driving route parallels Interstate 95, the many visitors’ centers along the way and their staff will offer plenty of suggestions that will get both skilled birders and novices off the beaten path.
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The Colonial Coast Trail aptly weaves bird watching into the state’s historical roots, encouraging visitors to stop at Civil War forts and plantations, as well as at freshwater wetlands, woodlands and tidal rivers. Though the driving route parallels Interstate 95, the many visitors’ centers along the way and their staff will offer plenty of suggestions that will get both skilled birders and novices off the beaten path.
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The Greenway connects Georgia to Florida via The Cumberland Sound Ferry (currently not in service) and is a long distance paved urban trail system with a 3,000 mile route linking cities along the Atlantic coast.
Kayaking
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A wide array of guided half day and full day kayak tours of Georgia’s scenic waterways, for all levels – salt marshes, rivers, swamps and beaches, can be reached by phone or text 912-882-0911, or by email.
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Offering daily kayaking classes and tours of the waterways around Saint Marys and Cumberland Island. Also offering paddleboard and bicycle rentals. Based in historic downtown St. Marys at the Howard Gilman Memorial Waterfront Park. Phone 844-732-7873.
Offshore & Inshore Fishing
Fish the Atlantic Ocean, St. Marys River, Satilla River and Crooked River with experienced guides or on your own – public boat ramps available.
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Fish Master Charters 912-552-5995
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912-674-1085
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Captain Ken’s Fishing Expeditions
912-409-2478
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Salt Grass Charters 334-381-9404
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No Limits Charters 904-966-1922
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Lang’s Marina is a full service marina. Lang’s offers a deep water marina with direct ocean access. 912-674-8062.
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There are two championship golf courses in the area, Osprey Cove, a Mark McCumber designed 18-hole course on the tidal marsh with beautiful views, and Laurel Island Links, which was designed by Davis Love III and is also an 18-hole course nestled in the marsh lands. A third course, Trident Lakes Golf Club, on the Kings Bay Naval submarine base is also available and is a great value.
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Laurel Island Links 912-729-7277
Trident Lakes Golf Course 912-573-8475
Osprey Cove 912-882-5575 (exclusive offer to our guests)