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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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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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Hostel In The Forest

3 sites · Lodging142 acres · Brunswick, GA

Welcome to The Hostel in the Forest, a unique and sustainable education hostel nestled within 142 acres of Coastal Georgia woodlands. Our haven is designed to provide a serene and immersive experience, blending nature, education, and community. As you explore our grounds, you'll discover organic gardens, a refreshing lake for swimming, an art lab to unleash your creativity, and a glass house for meditation and yoga sessions surrounded by the soothing sounds of nature. The stone labyrinth offers a tranquil space for walking and introspection, allowing you to connect with the environment and your inner self. Our library is stocked with reading materials and musical instruments, inviting you to indulge in moments of quiet contemplation or engage in shared artistic expressions. The geodesic domes, tree houses, and bunk houses provide a variety of unique accommodations, ensuring your stay is both comfortable and memorable. Located just 15 minutes from the coast, The Hostel in the Forest is part of the Golden Isles region, offering a perfect blend of coastal beauty and woodland serenity. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat, educational experiences, or a sense of community, our hostel is a haven where sustainable living and the beauty of nature come together harmoniously.

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Deep Bend Landing

15 sites · RVs100 acres · Waynesville, GA

Our campground was founded in 1980 on a family owned estate established in the mid 1800. We are just a short drive off of I-95 in Coastal Ga, near Brunswick,Ga; only minutes from the beaches of the Golden Isles of Ga, Okefenokee Swamp Park and Northeast Fl. Our large campsites will never leave you with concerns about invading the space neighboring campers. Many of our guest are content with watching the river roll by without hearing the noise of automobiles or emergency vehicles. Other guess spend there days fishing, boating or listening to birds chirping.

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Camp Z Folkston

7 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Homeland, GA

We are a small private campground at our home on 10 acres. Offering stays for travelers and visitors. No frills just a beautiful place to stay and rest. Self-contained RVs/Vans/Travel Trailers of all kinds. Up to 32' that you are pulling... In your request let me know what kind of RV/size that you have. We usually respond right away unless its in the middle of the night. We have one 30 amp/water site, one site with water only. Other sites for boondocking (dry camping only) Not far from the Okefenokee national refuge, the Okefenokee swamp park, and the Folkston train funnel. 35+ miles to the east coast. Lots to see and do here. St. Mary's, GA is directly east. Fernandina & Amelia Beaches, FL and Jekyll island/St. Simons, GA..

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The Blueberry Ranch

1 site · RV8 acres · Yulee, FL

Family owned blueberry farm located conveniently right off 95. Come stay on our beautiful 8+ acre blueberry farm located in Yulee, FL. We are a year round working farm growing seasonal vegetables/fruits, raising chickens and turkeys in addition to blueberries. No tent camping due to we do not have restroom facilities. RVs allowed up to 50 feet. Water available but no electric or dumping. There is a dumping station less than 1 min down the road from us. Pets allowed but must be kept on a leash and picked up after due to we have animals roaming and working the land.

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Ga Coastal Rv Park

2 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Waynesville, GA

We have rv sites available. We also have tent sites available and located 30 min to Jekyll Island. A 5ac lake located on our property with a shaded trail can be enjoyed year round. Our location is approximately 30 min to Brunswick, St. Simons and Jekyll Island, Ga. 12 min off I-95. We do have a bath house and a laundry area on location for your needs. We look forward to meeting you soon.

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Stars Aligned River Retreat

7 sites · Lodging9 acres · White Oak, GA

This is our guest house. It resides on a 9-acre property that is shared with our home. The guest house offers lots of privacy including a seperate outdoor area behind the guest house. The other amenities are shared. Eco tours with the owners is sometimes available including kayaking, hikiing, swimming in the river and off road trail rides on a utility vehicle through a 200 acre nature preserve.

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The Good Karma Honey Bee BnB

3 sites · Lodging5 acres · Callahan, FL

Karma Acres Farm was started in 2010 by Lee Hughes and Lisa Broward to promote their love for beekeeping and gardening for wildlife. They produce wonderful, natural, raw honey and honey products for their local community. In fact, their farm was voted as #1 best honey provider in Nassau County in 2019.

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Florida Wildlands

4 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Callahan, FL

This former timberland has been recently thinned but still retains enough pine and hardwood trees to provide a natural shade. Come camp under the stars and explore wild Florida, surrounded by palmettos and other native wildlife. You may see the occasional deer, turkey, or rabbit strolling though. Pack out what you pack in and help us keep this spot “all natural” for all guests.

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Hidden Lake Estates

15 sites · RVs, Tents99 acres · Hortense, GA

Beautiful lakefront estate with two acre lake, for hiking, fishing, and camping. Enjoy the serenity of being nestled in the woodlands, far away from city life! Choose from our pines, deep woods, or lakefront campsites. We are located 6 miles from Golden Isles Speedway, a popular dirt race track in Hortense, GA. Motorbikes okay. We have tables and chairs available for rent if needed. Primitive camping only at this time.

Permaculture in Paradise Nahunta,GA

10 sites · RVs, Tents250 acres · Yulee, GA

5 miles of riverfront property on the Satilla River with long beautiful sandy beaches. Great for hiking, canoeing and kayaking. We are a self sustainable farm encouraging everyone to participate. We have gardens as well as animals. We also rescue abandoned and farm animals. Permaculture in Paradise is a nonprofit 501c3 organization started in December of 2018. Our mission is to build awareness of a more environmentally friendly self-sustainable method of producing a higher quality and nutritional variety of food while providing and encouraging the consumption of a more nutritional diet to the youth of our community. Our vision is to change the behavior of children now and the diabetic and obesity rates of future generations through healthier and more traditional diets provided by better farming methods using Permaculture. Within the Permaculture is a community activated, working farm that will educate, support, and inspire the participants, school tours, and visitors to eventually reproduce Permaculture gardens of their own. Gardens that will continue to provide a variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs for families throughout the area and beyond. Changing the minds of young and old to a safer and more natural way of growing their own food and to improve the choices they make about the foods that they consume. Our primary focus is to change the behavior of children by changing the food they choose to eat. As they tour the farm, they can pick the fruits and vegetables of their choice to bring home with them. They can also pick fruits and vegetables to bring to the smoothie shack where we make them a smoothie of their own design. All of these services are free. We, as Permaculturist, have the responsibility to keep this knowledge alive by offering as much training as possible. We have designed a coordinated efforts program in which we provide free instruction in Permaculture techniques. We have just completed a free 12 week course in HOW TO BUILD A PERMACULTURE GARDEN IN THE BACK YARD OF AN HOA SUBDIVISION (See attached syllabus) Permaculture in Paradise strives to create a complete ecosystem by rescuing abandoned and neglected farm animals. While these animals are free to roam and engage with minimal fencing, they are content to stay in their happy oasis. Guava trees near the duck pond provide the ducks with a shaded resting spot. The ducks feed on vegetable plants growing near the pond. The chickens happily share space with the ducks and feed on any insect intruders in their vegetable garden. All 4 ducks were rescued at a very young age (unkown) and have flourished with contentment. We have 8 older hens, producing 7 eggs a day, providing eggs for and shared between the rescued dogs, cats, and a homeless family we sponsor. The goal is to be self-sustainable by growing all food for the ecosystem. We are in the process of rescuing a rooster, 2 goats, and a pig. We have a barn that contains 40 piglets that have all been adopted out. Available for our next rescue, is a mature horse in need. In 2023, we began acquiring larger animals needing shelter. We are creating ties with organizations such as Farm Santuary and Humane Society to rescue farm animals. These animals also serve as entertainment for children who tour the farm. Built on Native American land, we have built 2 playgrounds and a recreational pond for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing and cabins for camping. We strive to make eating fruits and vegetables fun. WE NEED YOUR HELP! WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO HELP PLANT OUR ORCHARD. We have received a grant that will provide up to 530 fruit and nut trees of 30 different varieties depending on the number of volunteers that sign up. They will donate 2 trees per volunteer, plus a 3rd tree for the volunteer to take home. The process will take about 2 to 3 hours and will be held on a Friday and Saturday in February, March, or April. You may sign up for Friday, Saturday or both. Because we need the volunteer list in order to determine tree count, we must have a head count prior to knowing the event date. Once we have the date, we will notify you. The grantor understands that some volunteers may need to cancel. Refreshments will be provided. Please visit our facebook page for more information about what we provide. https://www.facebook.com/Permaculture-in-Paradise-2174908842777855/ Thanks so much for your help! Thank you for your time and effort! Melissa Bordelon CFO 9045300359

The best camping near Laura S. Walker State Park guide

Overview

About

So, what can you do at Laura S. Walker State Park? We think the question should be what can’t you do? Fishing, swimming, and boating are probably the biggest draw, but there’s also a really awesome 18-hole golf course, and a spacious campground with lots of amenities and programs for kids. The park is located on the edge of the mysterious Okefenokee Swamp. If you’re paying attention, you’ll spot all kinds of unusual critters and plants, including alligators, carnivorous plants, gopher turtles, rare songbirds, herons, and owls. Nature trails criss-cross the park, and paddling the shoreline is another great way to take in the wildlife—right into your boat if you’ve got your rod and reel handy. For a family vacation to write home about, head over to Laura S. Walker State Park.

Notable campgrounds

Lakefront Campsites: Nestled along the park's lake, these sites offer stunning views and easy access to water activities.
Pioneer Campground: For a more rustic experience, the Pioneer Campground provides a secluded spot for groups to connect with nature.
Full Hookup RV Sites: Equipped with modern conveniences, these sites cater to those seeking a comfortable outdoor stay.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Book early, especially for peak seasons, to ensure your spot amid the park's natural beauty.
Consider mid-week stays for better availability and a quieter camping experience.
Check for cancellations regularly as plans change and spots may open up unexpectedly.
Explore nearby camping options to maximize your chances of securing a reservation.

When to go

The best time to visit Laura S. Walker State Park is during spring and fall when the weather is mild and the natural beauty is at its peak. Summer offers full access to water activities, though it can be hot and humid. Winters are mild but may limit some park services.

Know before you go

Check the park's website for any alerts or closures before your visit.
Remember to pack insect repellent and sunscreen for protection during your outdoor adventures.
Accessibility is a priority; inquire about facilities if you have specific needs.
Bring cash for the $5 parking fee, or consider purchasing an annual pass for frequent visits.
Respect the park's wildlife by observing from a distance and not feeding the animals.