Things To Do

Discover Folkston, GA's hidden gems! Dive into the stunning Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge for nature lovers. Catch the thrilling sight of trains at the Folkston Funnel. Dive into local history at the charming Folkston Railroad Depot Museum. Unforgettable experiences await just moments from our RV park!

Train Watching

Folkston,GA is home to some of the most active rails in the south-east. "The Folkston Funnel" can be watched from the local train viewing platform, located in town. Rail fans can enjoy a wide variety of trains passing through at an average rate of 60 per day.

Okefenokee Swamp

The beautiful Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge can be accessed from two points within thirty minutes of Folkston, GA. The refuge features the Nature Center & Serpentarium, boat tours, nature trails, and Pioneer Island.

Jacksonville Zoo

The Jacksonville Zoo is home to over 2,000 animals. It has many beautiful botanical gardens and hosts exhibits of animals and plants from all over the world.

Cumberland Island

The Cumberland Island National Seashore is home to wild horses that freely roam the island. It is accessible to visitors by the Cumberland Ferry from St. Mary's and is a popular tourism location with its beautiful beach and varied ecosystems.

Jekyll Island

Jekyll Island is part of the Golden Isles of Georgia's barrier islands. It has over 20 miles of hiking trails and 8 miles of beaches on its eastern shore. Home of the Jekyll Island Sea Turtle Center and Summer Waves water-park. Fishing, shopping, hiking, dolphin tours, and swimming are only some of the attractions available on this popular island.

Historic St. Mary's

St. Mary's is a beautiful old town with attractions ranging from historic churches, state parks, golf, kayaking, museums and more. The city has an active community with a market most every weekend and frequent festivals.