Review:

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in Folkston, Georgia is a historical nature preserve that includes Swamp Island Drive, Chesser Island Homestead/Boardwalk, Billy’s Island, Wilderness Canoe Trails, and Upland Discovery Trail. These points of interest provide visitors with the chance to visit the Wildlife Refuge by foot, car, or bike. Boats are available to transport to Billy’s Island, and canoes can be rented to explore more than 120 miles of water trails.

The Upland Discovery Trail is excellent for birding and includes 9 miles for hiking. There are three separate entrances to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge however the Richard S. Bolt Visitors Center is found at the Suwannee Canal Recreation Area Main Entrance.

2700 Suwannee Canal Road, Folkston, GA, 31537, Phone: 912-496-7836

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