An undeveloped, wild beach on Sapelo Island accessible via the island’s ferry and transportation system. Features primitive campsites near the beach, excellent birding opportunities, and a truly pristine coastal environment. Permits required for camping.
Georgia Beaches
Nanny Goat Beach (Sapelo Island)
Named for the goats that once grazed here, this remote beach on Sapelo Island offers excellent shell collecting and swimming opportunities. Near the University of Georgia Marine Institute and accessible through guided tours or by reservation.
Plum Orchard Beach (Cumberland Island)
Located near the historic Plum Orchard Mansion on undeveloped Cumberland Island. Accessible by ferry and then hiking or biking several miles. Features pristine, untouched shoreline with excellent opportunities for viewing wildlife including wild horses.
Coast Guard Beach (Cumberland Island)
Located near the Sea Camp ranger station and campground on Cumberland Island. Accessible via ferry and a short walk. Features wide, flat beaches with opportunities to see wild horses and other wildlife. Limited facilities available at the Sea Camp area.
Raccoon Island Beach
Part of the Blackbeard Island National Wildlife Refuge, this remote beach is accessible only by private boat. Features pristine shoreline, excellent bird watching, and opportunities to see loggerhead sea turtles during nesting season. No facilities available.
Sapelo Island
Remote barrier island accessible only by state ferry, featuring pristine beaches, a restored lighthouse, and the historic Reynolds Mansion. Home to the Gullah-Geechee community of Hog Hammock and the University of Georgia Marine Institute.