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port a squadron of Trident submarines; facilities were built for submarine maintenance and repair, crew training, weapons handling and storage, and personnel support. The highly secure facility encompasses approximately 16,000 acres, 4,000 of which are protected wetlands. More than 9,000 military and civilian personnel, including contract personnel, make up the installation's workforce.
ramp is popular with anglers who often take to the water before sunrise.
Bancroft Memorial Other military bases may have ceremonial tanks or aircraft at their front gates but rising from a sea of green grass at the Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay is a submarine replica bearing the USS George Bancroft Sail. The exhibit is free, open to the public and makes a great photo!
Woodbine Riverwalk/Bryan-Lang Library Formerly the site of the 1700’s Woodbine plantation, Woodbine is now the county seat of Camden County. Leisurely stroll down the two-mile winding, scenic river walk and see breathtaking views of the pristine Satilla River and all the surrounding nature or get even closer to nature fishing or boating. Stop in and share our county history at the Bryan-Lang Historical Library. For information on Woodbine River Walk contact the City of Woodbine at (912) 576-3211. For information on the BryanLang Library call (912) 576-5841.
Woodbine Opry Located just minutes north of Kingsland, grab a plate of delicious home-cooked food and a glass of southern sweet tea… Enjoy dinner and music at the renovated “Old School” Woodbine Community Center. On Friday nights, enjoy Blue Grass and Gospel and on Saturday night enjoy Country Western Music. For more information, contact 912-552-5113.
Crooked River State Park A nature trail winds through maritime forest and salt marsh, and hikers may see gopher tortoises, fiddler crabs, herons and other coastal birds. The park's nature center features fish, snakes, turtles and other animals native to this part of Georgia. A boat
St. Marys Aquatic Center Celebrate the summer months at this 7-acre mega-fun water park! Adults can relax in a tube as they float around the park in the endless river, or get fit with a refreshing swim in the lap pool. For kids’ thrills (4 feet & over) there’s a 2-story slide full of exhilarating twists and turns. The big attraction for the little ones is the playpool where play pals find dozens of ways to squirt, spray and splatter. For more information call 912-673-8118.
Colonial Coast Birding Trail View a kaleidoscope of birds along the varied lands and waters that comprise the Colonial Coast Birding Trail. More than 300 species of birds have been sighted at the 18 sites along the birding trail. Trail sites in and around Kingsland include Cumberland Island National Seashore, Crooked River State Park and Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge.
Gilligan’s Island One of Camden County's best kept secrets! This newly constructed 57-acre park is open to the public and features trails through native and pristine Georgia habitat, as well as a cool, spring-fed lake ideal for swimming, canoeing, or kayaking. Gilligan's Island park amenities include a screened pavilion, picnic tables, outdoor barbeque, and a special area for four-legged family members! Canoe, kayak and pedal boats rentals available. 800-433-0225
Fishing Charters & Rentals are available throughout our area. An annual Kingfish Tournament brings sports fishermen to the area in hopes of catching that “big” one, dates vary each year so call ahead to make plans to attend. 800-433-0225