Discover Georgia's McIntosh County and City Parks

Discover Georgia's McIntosh County and City Parks - Blackbeard Island, Darien, Meridian and Townsend are cities in this county. Please call park numbers below or the McIntosh County Dept. of Leisure Services at 912-437- 6657 for information. Enjoy!

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McIntosh County Dept. of Leisure Services - 912-437- 6657

Barrington Park
Park Amenities: This location offers a boat ramp into the Altamaha River, bathrooms with showers, picnic tables and primitive-style camp sites.

Champney River Park
Park Amenities: This area offers a boat ramp, fixed dock, floating dock, cat walk across the Champney River, and picnic tables. The public can utilize these facilities for fishing, crabbing, and access into the Champney River.

Eulonia Park
Park Amenities: This sports complex is used for the Department's baseball, softball, football, and soccer programs. It consists of 4 ball fields, a batting cage, an asphalt basketball court, playground, and picnic tables. Concession and restroom facilities are also available. This complex is also used for high school baseball games.

South Newport Ramp
Park Amenities: This location provides the public with a ramp to launch boats into the South Newport River and a picnic table.

White Chimney
Park Amenities: This site consists of a boat ramp, floating dock, fixed dock, covered pavilion, and picnic tables. The ramp allows the public to launch boats into White Chimney Creek. The docks are available for fishing and crabbing. The covered pavilion offers families the opportunity to picnic.

More Parks , Refuges and Coastal Tours

Altamaha Coastal Tours - Canoe and Kayak Wilderness Tours
912-437-6010 - 229 Ft. King George Rd., Darien, GA
Park Amenities: Using Canoes and Sea Kayaks to access the natural wonders of the Georgia coast including the ancient Cypress Trees on the Altamaha River, Lewis Island and Buffalo Swamp as well as the wilderness barrier islands of Blackbeard and Sapelo Islands. No Rafts. Great camping and day trips, guided and self-guided. Cabins available in area.
Directions: On downtown waterfront 3 miles east of I95

Ansley-Hodges M.A.R.S.H. Project and Nature Trail - 912-262-3173
US Hwy. 17 S, Darien, GA
Park Amenities: Observation tower overlooking a managed wetland and a 1 mile nature trail. Visitors can watch a variety of wading birds, shorebirds, waterfowl, and songbirds. Viewing other wildlife is also possible while learning about the importance of managed wetlands and hunting in the conservation of wildlife.

Blackbeard Island Wilderness Refuge - 912-652-4415 - Blackbeard Island, GA
Park Amenities: Blackbeard Island is separated by Sapelo Island by a thin creek. Half of the island is designated as national wilderness area. Hikers use several miles of trails, roadways, and beaches for wildlife (especially birdlife) viewing. From March 15 to October 25, fishing is allowed in the two large freshwater ponds; saltwater creeks are open to fishing throughout the year, except during managed hunts in the fall and winter.
Directions: Can get to island by boat only. Call McIntosh Chamber 912-437-4192 for info.

Butler's Island - 912-437-6684 - US Hwy. 17 South, Darien, GA
Park Amenities: Old rice plantations offer refuge to alligators, deer, herons, egrets, ducks and other wading birds and provide recreation to fisherman, hunters and naturalists.
Directions: Highway 17 between Darien and Brunswick. Take exit #49 off of I-95

Darien Waterfront Park - 912-437-4192 - 105 Fort King George Dr., Darien, GA
Park Amenities: Park is located in Darien's Historic District and offers a wonderful view of the Darien River and the marshes that house many species of wildlife. It is a great location to get an upclose look at shrimp boats docked along the waterway. Playground area and picnic tables are located under the shade of large oak trees.
Directions: Take Exits #42 or #49 off I-95 to Hwy 17. Follow signs to Darien.

Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge - 912- 832-4608 or 912-652-4415
Park Amenities: Hwy. 17 & Harris Neck Road, Townsend, GA
2,762 acres of saltwater, marshes, and woods offer habitats attracting many species of birds. Over 15 miles of paved roads and trails offer visitor access.

Harris Neck Tour - 912-437-7821 - Hwy 27, Darien, GA
Park Amenities: Heritage and history tours of McIntosh County, with a focus on the history of the African American community of Harris Neck (now the Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge), started in 2003. These tours will be conducted by former residents of the Harris Neck community.
Directions: Hwy. 17 to Blount Crossing Rd. First Building on right

Rhett's Island - 912-262-3173 - US Hwy. 17 South, Darien, GA
Park Amenities: Comprised of 3 managed brackisn wetland impoundments covering 1800 acres situated between the Darien and Champney Rivers. Access is only by boat. This area provides waterfowl hunting, birdwatching, fishing, shrimping, and crabbing opportunities. It is one of Georgia's premier waterfowl hunting areas providing wintering habitat to over 12 species of waterfowl. Fishing, shrimping and crabbing are prohibited from Sept. 15-30 and during the waterfowl hunting season.
Directions: 1 mile south of Darien on Hwy 17.

Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve - 912-437-3224
Sapelo Island Visitor Center, Landing Rd., Meridian, GA
Park Amenities: Visitors to Sapelo Island can see virtually every facet of a barrier islands natural community, from the forested uplands, to the vast salt marsh, and the complex beach and dunes systems. The mainland Visitor Center brings to life both the natural and cultural history of Sapelo, while guided island tours highlight the African-American community of Hog Hammock, University of Georgia Marine Institute, Reynolds Mansion and newly restored lighthouse. Built in 1820, the lighthouse was in service until 1905 when it was deactivated. Following its 1998 restoration, it once again became a working aid in navigation.

The historic Reynolds Mansion may be used for group conferences and retreats, with all meals included. A campground is available for groups of 15-25.Activities and Fun Areas: African-American Heritage, beaches, camping, cycling, hiking on Heritage Trails, historic sites and districts, outdoor tours and gardens. Sapelo Island Pioneer Camping: Groups up to 25 people may camp near the beach on Sapelo's Cabretta Island. Comfort station with hot showers available. The Reynold's Mansion can accommodate conferences and retreats for up to 28 people.

Sapelo Island Visitors Center - 912-437-3224 - Landing Road, Meridian, GA
Park Amenities: Visitor Center features displays that tell the history of Sapelo Island. It serves as the departure point for the passenger ferry to the island. Reservations are required. Four hour tour to island includes guided ecological and cultural tour by water and bus. Tour includes visit to the African-American community of Hog Hammock, and the Reynold's Mansion
Directions: I-95, Exits 49 to Hwy 17

Sapelo Island Wildlife Mangt. Area - 912-262-3173 - Sapelo Island Visitor Center, Landing Park Amenities: Rd., Meridian, GA R.J. Reynolds Wildlife Management Area is composed of 8,990 acres. Hunting opportunties are available. Refer to the Ga. Hunting Seasons & Regulations for more information.

Darien Scenic By-Way - 912-437-4192 - Highway 99, Darien, GA
Park Amenities: Victorian style homes of former timber barons. Overlooking Doboy Sound, the cooling breezes were believed to provide "better air" during yellow fever season. Further north are the shrimping communities of Meridian, Valona and Belleville, all offering scenic views of the rivers and marshes. The fishing villages of Shellman Bluff and Pine Harbor offer easy boating access to the intracoastal waterway.

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