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Waycross

RESTAURANTS

& HOTELS Visitors to Waycross Golf at The Lakes
and the Okefenokee
Swamp have numerous Explore Waycross The past and present of forestry
opportunities for Enjoy 18 rounds on a beautiful coastal Georgia
a comfortable and championship golf course with undulating greens, Arts and History! in Southeast Georgia
enjoyable stay at gentle, links-style mounds, three large lakes and native
one of our many sand. The Lakes championship 18-hole golf course
conveniently features a clubhouse, golf pro, and junior/senior rates.
located hotels.
CALL FOR A TEE TIME! 'ALL ABOARD
THE OLD NINE'
restored 1912
Baldwin Steam
locomotive

BRING YOUR
ATV/UTV & 'HILLIARD Explore the wonders of the world of trees in

Enjoy dining in Waycross, HAVE SOME FUN! HOUSE' our museum and learning center. Experience
where you’ll find a wide oldest standing mankind's relationship with the forest and its
variety of your favorite home in Ware trees, which date to 10,000 B.C. Exhibits include
foods, from local cafes to Enjoy miles of ATV/UTV trails on the 500-acre County cr. 1830 American Forests, the Okefenokee Swamp
elegant cuisine at locally Fat Daddy's ATV Park along the beautiful Satilla Room, and The Forest Industry Impact.
owned establishments River in Waycross, Georgia, or simply enjoy a
as well as your favorite day relaxing on the river bank, or spend the • Home to Stuckey, • Fenced Outdoor
national chains. We have night at one of our primitive camping sites. View the fascinating cultural exhibits, art and local the Mummified Dog Play Area
Photo Credit: ExploreGeorgia.org
all the southern comfort history on display at the the Okefenokee Heritage • Forestry & Wildlife • Early Wooden
food you love, and nearly every type of offering KIDS 8 AND UNDER ARE FREE Center, seeking to promote an appreciation of the Exhibits Fire Tower
from tasty seafood to tempting Thai, Sushi, (UNLESS OPERATING THEIR OWN MACHINE.) arts and an increased understanding of history
BBQ, Mexican, Italian, pizzerias and more. NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR CAMPING! and development of the Okefenokee region. • Talking Tree • Interactive Bird House

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OKEFENOKEE WAYCROSS CONVENTION Explore
NATIONAL WILDLIFE & VISITORS BUREAU
REFUGE 417 Pendleton Street
Waycross, GA 31501
tourism@waycrossga.com WAYCROSS
(912) 287-2969
WaycrossTourism.com
Take a break and the

Immerse Yourself in the
Experience Primordial World of the Swamp in nature OKEFENOKEE THE LAKES AT
LAURA S. WALKER
SWAMP PARK
the 5700 Okefenokee 5500 Laura Walker Rd.
Beauty Swamp Park Rd. Waycross, GA 31503
Waycross, GA 31503
of the OKEFENOKEE OKEFENOKEE
HERITAGE CENTER
Swamp NATIONAL WILDLIFE 1460 N. Augusta Ave.
REFUGE WITH
Waycross, GA 31503
OKEFENOKEE
ADVENTURES SOUTHERN
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge 2700 Suwannee Canal Rd. FOREST WORLD
conserves the unique qualities of the Okefenokee Folkston, GA 31537 1440 N. Augusta Ave.
Swamp for future generations to enjoy. Waycross, GA 31503
STEPHEN C. FOSTER
View interpretive exhibits, walk nature STATE PARK FAT DADDY’S
trails, or take a trip along the Swamp This remote park is a 17515 GA-177 ATV PARK
Island drive by bike or car. Explore primary entrance to the Fargo, GA 31631 5721 Alma Hwy.
the mirrored black waters on legendary Okefenokee Swamp. Waycross, GA 31503
a boat tour, or rent or bring Paddlers and photographers will Located near the northern edge LAURA S. WALKER
LAND OF THE your own kayak or canoe. enjoy breathtaking scenery and of the Okefenokee Swamp, STATE PARK THE RINK & RITCH'S
BOWLING ALLEY
5653 Laura Walker Rd.
TREMBLING EARTH BY PERMIT ONLY! Experience abundant wildlife. Stargazers will Laura S. Walker State Park is home Waycross, GA 31503 3800 Memorial Dr.
appreciate the particularly dark
of many fascinating creatures and
the canoe camping trip of a sky. Same-day reservations are plants with plenty to do and see. Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 387-4393
Explore this beautifully preserved lifetime in the backcountry recommended for guided boat
segment of the Okefenokee Swamp. wilderness of the Swamp interior. tours. Ask about our sunset • Championship Golf Course
Enjoy wilderness boardwalks across lily and night tours. Rent canoes, at The Lakes
pad and cypress-filled waters or a guided kayaks or Jon boats for further • Cottages, Cabins & Camping
boat tour into the heart of the swamp. exploration, including a trip to • Kayak, Boat & Bike Rentals
Board the swamp railroad, check out live historic Billy’s Island. Make time • Sand Beach, Lake & Boat Ramp
wildlife shows, visit a pioneer homestead and for fishing by staying overnight • Wildlife Observation
experience what was here when America began. in a cabin or campsite. • Playground, Boardwalk and more!
Photo Credit: Jay Blanton

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