Off The Beaten Path

(Image Via Get Outdoors Georgia)

If you are looking for some adventure during your Savannah vacation, the Hostess City offers several opportunities for exploration.

• Skidaway Island State Park: Located 15 miles southeast of downtown Savannah, this state park offers camping and picnicking under Spanish moss-draped live oaks. Follow trails that lead through maritime forests and salt marshes. Also keep an eye out for wildlife on this barrier island. Visit their website for more information on campsites and events. (Image via Georgia State Parks)
  

• Wormsloe Historic Site: The colonial estate of Noble Jones, one of Georgia's colonial founders, is located on Isle of Hope, only 10 miles southeast of the historic district. Walk down scenic nature trails lined with Spanish moss-draped live oaks and explore the living history area and museum showcasing colonial Georgia. For more information visit their website.

• Oatland Island Wildlife Center: A visit to Oatland Island allows you to catch a glimpse of varied wildlife in natural exhibits. Many of the animals found at Oatland Island are native to Georgia and the Barrier Islands. Oatland Island offers several activities for children, so make sure to check out their website for the latest events. Located only five miles from the Historic District, make sure to check it out during your next visit.

• Wilderness Southeast: If you are looking to explore the Savannah Wildlife Refuge, Wilderness Southeast offers group and private tours by walking, paddling, and boating. Explore Savannah's freshwater rivers, cypress swamps, rockeries, and estuaries. For tour information and costs, visit their website.

• Little Tybee Island: For the adventurer at heart, grab your kayak or boat and venture over to Little Tybee Island. Located off the south coast of Tybee Island, Little Tybee is a pure uninhabited nature preserve only accessible by boat. Explore Little Tybee's beautiful beaches, forests, and wildlife. For a great adventure, camp out on the island! Visit Tybee Island's website for more information.