Which is better Jekyll Island or Tybee Island?

Jekyll is a quieter island with an older population. I find that Tybee police are only strict if they have a reason to be. They can be very helpful and especially to tourists. They tend to give the tourists the benefit of the doubt but feel like the locals “should know better”.

What cities are along the Georgia coast?

Explore here the many communities, each with a distinct personality and attractions, that make up our coastal region.

• Brunswick / Golden Isles. Glynn County.
• Darien & Sapelo Island. McIntosh County.
• Folkston. Charlton County.
• Hinesville / Midway. Liberty County.
• Kingsland. Camden County.
• Port Wentworth.
• Richmond Hill.
• Savannah.

Where are the barrier islands of Georgia?

Georgia’s barrier islands extend along the Atlantic coast from Ossabaw Island near Savannah all the way down to Cumberland Island, near Florida. Although some have been developed, others, such as Cumberland and Little St. Simons, still linger in the 19th century.

Are there any white sand beaches in Georgia?

Georgia boasts some of America’s best beaches. Nearly 100 miles of soft white sand cover its Atlantic Ocean shoreline while other pristine strands flank the state’s sparkling lakes.

How far is Savannah from the beach?

The closest beach to Savannah, GA is Tybee Island, which is 18 miles from downtown Savannah. The next-closest beaches are a bit of a drive – head south to Georgia’s Jekyll Island (94 miles) or visit Amelia Island (128 miles) in Florida.

Can you drive on Georgia beaches?

Beach driving is allowed along the entire 17-mile beach of Cumberland Island. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has issued over 250 beach driving permits (more than any other beach in the state of Georgia) to island residents and family members.

Which geographic region in Georgia has the most people?

Piedmont
The Piedmont is home to most of Georgia’s population. This area of mountain foothills once served as the primary area for growing cotton.

Is Jekyll Island worth visiting?

If you’re anywhere near the Atlantic coast of Georgia, Jekyll Island is a perfect day trip. (We stopped on our way from Florida to South Carolina). It’s just a short drive from I-95 but it feels like you’ve escaped the hustle and bustle. There are so many recreational activities to explore on Jekyll Island.

Which is better Jekyll Island or St Simons?

The beaches on Jekyll are superior to St Simons. Now, St Simons has more to offer in the way of restaurants, shops, a village and a sense of a community, not just a resort area. East Beach is their best beach and is alot smaller than Jekyll.