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The Lodge at Hartley Oaks

7 sites · RVs, Tents57 acres · Folkston, GA
Sleep under the stars at Buffalo Creek while at Hartley Oaks formerly known as Newell Lodge. Select your site or pitch your tent. The outdoors is right outside your door. Fire Pits and wood are available at a nominal fee. Guest full bathrooms are available. Nestled in the midst of a private 57-acre native live oak forest, you'll find yourself quite happily in the middle of nowhere. Out here, nature sings you to sleep. You'll awaken to a place and time found nowhere else in the world. Located in rural Georgia on a 57-acre tract of beautiful live oak trees. 30 and 50 amperage hookups are available for RVs. (Electric and Water.) Four full bathrooms are available for guests. An accessible dump station is on-site. Buffalo Creek Campsites are on the grounds of Hartley Oaks near the Okefenokee Swamp. Our sites are closed to the general public and available by reservation only. Welcome!
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Belle Bluff Island Campground

7 sites · RVs, Tents35 acres · Townsend, GA
Year-Round Campground: 10 minutes from I-95, (North, exit 67 and South, exit 58) Belle Bluff Island Campground is a quiet, cozy, and partly shaded campground along the White Chimney River. You can fish, crab and shrimp from the 567' floating dock or bring a boat, kayak, paddleboard or canoe to enjoy tidal river! There are picnic tables and fire pits along the river where you can enjoy a meal and toast marshmallows or just take in the gorgeous scenery. We have 50/30 amp RV sites with full hook-ups and 15 amp tent/van sites with water & electric Wi-Fi available Firewood available Pet Friendly Daily and monthly site rentals 10 min. to Harris Neck Wildlife Refuge, Smallest Church in America, restaurants, grocery store, post office, hardware store and gas station. 15 min. to Sapelo Hammock Golf Course 25 min. to Sapelo Island State Park 50 min. to Savannah 55 min. to Saint Simons Island and Jekyll Island
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Banana Oaks Homestead

2 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Yulee, FL
Located just 15 minutes from I-95, park your RV or Camper between banana trees and pines in our very quiet neighborhood and relax before continuing your journey. Or, stay a while and enjoy one of the lesser known gems in Florida, Fernandina Beach. Known as the "Florida Keys of the North," this beach town boasts rich history, cobblestone streets, a homemade fudge shop, Fort Clinch National park with biking trails and a CASTLE tour, not too mention some of the best nightlife Florida has to offer north of Miami. Including: An ale bar with a resident Burmese Mountain dog to greet you, a 300 year old pirate pub with a copper ceiling, countless restaurants boasting nightly live music, street side dining and two of the most legendary bars in northern Florida, Sliders on the beach and the legendary HAMMERHEADS. Plus TWO white sand, ocean beaches to choose from. All of it only an 11 minute drive away.
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Conductor's Corner Campsites

3 sites · RVs1 acre · Folkston, GA
Call us bias, but there’s nothing better than small town life. When the "blue roof cottage by the tracks" (yes, it used to have a unique blue roof) hit the market in early 2021, we knew it had to be ours! We purchased it & flipped it into a vacation home for guests of Folkston .. and The Conductor's Corner was born. Because we are also avid RV'ers, we thought what better way to finish off our corner than to add a few first-class RV sites to accommodate the camping community. We hope you enjoy your stay on our corner! In a small town in the south, where the Okefenokee Swamp runs deep and railfans thrive, the Conductor’s Corner stands out. The Conductor’s Corner features 3 premium RV sites directly on the rail lines of the Folkston Funnel. This railfan's dream neighbors the Folkston Railfan Train Platform. The spacious concrete pads are perfect for a night of watching trains under the stars. 20x50 concrete pads with 30/50 amp power, water, sewer, Wifi & picnic tables. A quick 3 minute walk from the Conductor’s Corner will lead to the heart of Main Street where visitors will find a plethora of hidden treasures: coffee shops, boutiques, local eateries, the Train Museum and so much more. Guests could spend a day exploring the habitats and waterways of the Okefenokee Swamp or take a short drive to neighboring communities such as Cumberland Island, Savannah, Golden Isles or Amelia Island or Jacksonville in Florida. All the comforts of home and the utmost southern hospitality are included in your stay on our corner. The Conductor's Corner also includes a vacation cottage available for rent (sleeps 6).
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Destination Sunset

1 site · RV1 acre · Jacksonville, FL
Welcome to our waterfront campsite, a serene oasis for nature lovers and fishing enthusiasts! This beautiful site features a 30'x60' concrete pad that can easily accommodate your RV or camper, allowing you to enjoy the peacefulness of nature in comfort. Located right on the water, our campsite offers a private boat ramp and great fishing opportunities. Whether you're an experienced angler or a first-time fisherman, you're sure to have an incredible time on the water. In addition to the fishing, we offer both 30 amp and 50 amp electrical hookups, as well as a sewer hookup. This means you can enjoy all the conveniences of home while still immersing yourself in nature. When you're not out on the water or exploring the surrounding area, you can relax on the campsite and take in the stunning waterfront views. The peaceful surroundings make it the perfect spot for birdwatching, stargazing, and enjoying nature at its finest. And when the sun sets, you can gather around the fire pit and cook up your catch of the day. It's the perfect way to end a day of fishing and make memories with friends and family. Overall, our waterfront campsite is the perfect destination for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy some time in nature. With great fishing, a private boat ramp, and all the amenities you need, you're sure to have a relaxing and unforgettable experience. So don't hesitate - book your stay today and experience the beauty of our waterfront campsite for yourself! Other things to note This site will require you to bring your camper or RV. There is also ample area to pitch a tent but there are no facilities. The property is fenced all the way around so it is pet friendly.
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Imagine if one of the original 13 colonies came under Spanish control back in the 1700s. This easily could have happened if it weren't for Fort Frederica in southern Georgia. Discover the ruins of the fort among the marshes and tall grass on St. Simons Island, in between Savannah, Georgia, and Jacksonville, Florida.

The small masonry fort served as a base for British troops protecting Georgia's southern border. Florida still belonged the Spaniards at the time. Georgia's governor, James Oglethorpe, built to the fort to protect his colony's interests.

Peeking out from behind the tall grass are some cannon placements and the remnants of the grey stone walls of the fort. The surrounding countryside is basically flat. This made it easy to spot any invading forces. Anyone who attacked the fort didn't have a chance.

Imagine hearing the boom of the cannons as they fired at any incoming rowboats. Rangers, some dressed in period costume, help interpret the site for visitors throughout the year. Fall and winter are good times to visit because it isn't so hot.

British troops stationed at the fort were called into action in 1742 when the Spanish tried to take St. Simons Island. British forces held them back. After the battle, the Spanish never bothered Georgia again, and the 500 people living in the town left and never came back. Why should they? The Spanish chickened out and didn't care. Savannah was a much nicer place to live, anyway.

The Redcoats kept Georgia for England, and it helped preserve the original 13 colonies. Too bad England lost all of them, including Georgia, during the American Revolution.

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