2 Forests to Explore in Charlton County

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Charlton County

Charlton County, Georgia is located on the eastern coast of the state and consists of three cities – Folkston, Homeland, and St. George. The county was founded in 1854 and is home to a diverse range of citizens, with nearly 40% identifying as African American. Its beautiful environment includes a variety of natural landscapes ranging from sandy beaches to heavily-wooded maritime forests; and its two rivers are popular for fishing and river sports. This county is also known for producing more wat

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Forests to Explore in Charlton County

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is a magical paradise where nature thrives and visitors can spot wild animals ranging from alligators to turtles to 218 species of birds. Here, visitors can explore the swamp on canoes, kayaks and boats as they take in the breathtaking views offered. The refuge offers six maintained trails for biking or hiking that allow guests to get up close and personal with nature's wonders.

Okefenokee Wilderness

The Okefenokee Wilderness, is known as one of the largest and most pristine wetlands in North America. Spanning over 400,000 acres of prairies and forests, it harbors a variety of wildlife species within its borders. It's also home to hundreds of species of trees, plants and wildflowers which make the serene landscape come alive during spring and summer months. Additionally It is composed of 900 lakes and vistas of peaceful salt marshes that stretch for miles along the shorelines.

Map of Forests to explore in Charlton County