Skidway Island State Park is a beautiful park to visit. It is pet friendly. The air smells divine. It smells clean and woodsy. I wished I could bottle it up and take the smell with me. It is within a campground. There is a gift shop, a children's playset, and an outdoor workout area. I loved the workout equipment, it was neat. I didn't go too far into the campground but it looked really nice. They have several trails you can explore. I went on the Sandpiper loop. It was about a mile. It was a bit muddy in spots so you may want to take hiking boots. I saw a deer and some mud crabs along the way. They even have a couple of dedicated places to stop and take a photo of the landscape. This provided a nice easy walk and a place for my pup and I to stretch our legs. read more

This place is a nice and close in hiking spot and park. I took my canine companions. They both loved the outing. The park is pet friendly. They even provide stations with bags etc. to make it east to be a responsible owner. There are multiple trails, all are easy level. I found that the trail markings and other signage were well above average. One extra touch I found commendable is the scenic spot picture opportunities. Yes, they have a bracket set up to position your phone for the perfect shot. The visitors center is easily accessible and staffed by friendly and knowledgeable park rangers. My only complaint is that the "Avion" trail continues to be closed. Overall, the park is a great way to spend an afternoon commuting with nature. read more

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We adored our time here! Saw loads of fiddler crabs and the kids loved seeing the giant sloth inside! It wasn't busy when we went we passed only one family on the trail which helped the wildlife come out more. The shop has loads of cute memorabilia, toys, and snacks! Rest rooms were clean and to the side. Would absolutely recommend and return! read more

Skidaway Island State Park. A very nice state park just southeast of Savannah, Georgia. We were there for 4 nights recently when Savannah had snow. It was quite a different camping experience for us north Floridians. Side note, we learned that our Grand Design 22mle has a good heater. This park has some great trails but our exploring them by foot and bike was limited due to the icy and muddy conditions as the snow melted. We plan to return in better weather to fully explore all of the trails. The park office/camp store is the nicest I have seen. It even has a mini-nature museum with a giant sloth skeleton and several snakes displayed in terrariums. Kids will enjoy this area. There are 4 campgrounds. Each has a bathhouse. We were in site 2, a pull through site in area 1. Gravel sites mostly appear to be pretty level. The bathhouses in our area 1 is the closest to the park office and seemed to be a bit older than the others in different areas. The other bathhouses looked newer and definitely had better heat. These newer ones were set up in the typical locker room type set up of toilets and showers. However, the older one in area 1 had 6 individual bathrooms, 4 of those included showers, as well as a laundry room. The camp hosts did a good job keeping the bathhouses clean considering everybody's snowy/muddy shoes and boots. Several of the sites in area 1 were also equipped with full hook ups. I do not think any of the other 3 camp areas had any sites with full hook ups. A nice touch in this park were the several dog poo bag dispenser stations and disposal containers along the roadways near the bathhouses. The playgrounds and picnic shelters looked well equipped and nice as did the exercise area, but due to the snow they were not being used. If you camp here you can expect to see many deer, raccoons and a variety of birds as we did. You will also see and hear military jets from time to time from the base in Savannah. There is a University of Georgia oceanography facility/campus nearby that has an aquarium open to the public but it was closed due to the snow event. Savannah is about a 20 min. drive but we stayed east of town and found grocery stores and restaurants we liked between Skidaway and Savannah. We enjoyed Sand Fly BBQ in Sand Fly and Desposito's for seafood out toward Wilmington Island. We look forward to revisiting Skidaway State Park. read more

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The islands around Savannah don't have a ton of ocean access, but this state park offers something different. A small entry fee (per car, not per person) leads to a set of trails that include a tour of the coastal landscape, including a shell midden which the path seems to haphazardly run through, pieces of a Prohibition-era still, and a walkway out into the marsh for a viewing platform. The sounds and smells are as big a part of the experience as the sights, and while I passed a ranger-led tour group and several other parties, even on a busy day there was plenty of time to listen to the wind move through the trees. I didn't see a ton of wildlife and I was in a bit of a hurry, but there was certainly enough interesting terrain here to be worth a look. read more

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Had a very nice time visiting SI State Park. We visited on a Friday morning for some hiking on a beautiful September day. We were warned about the mosquitos but did not have a problem. I can imagine in the summer months it can be quite humid and hot. We walked about 3.5 miles of the various trails. They were well marked and mostly in the shade from the trees. Very easy hike with no elevation. The only thing you had to watch was the tree roots throughout the paths. We visited the welcome center which looks rather new. Staff were very nice and helpful. Definitely worth the $5 entrance fee. read more

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$5/car. We enjoyed the Sandpiper, Avian, and Big Ferry loop on a warm November day. Beautiful views. read more

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There is a five dollar entrance fee but the park is very big and seems to have a lot to explore within it. Would be a nice place to camp as well. The trails are not difficult if compared to the Appalachian and has plenty of benches to rest at. read more

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The biodiversity here is amazing, and I love that I can bring my doggo along. We came on a Saturday, and paid $5 for a day pass. There was some construction going on at the visitor's center, but we didn't need it. There is plenty of parking, and there are areas for picnics and camping. (When I get brave enough I would love to camp over night!) There are three trails that all intersect with each other. One of them is a little longer than the others (I think 3mi?) but I got a little scared since it looked like we're were walking into dense nature and I'm still getting my Boston feet used to all the nature that's down here, LOL. This is a great place for a morning adventure before it gets too hot or too busy, and again, it's dog friendly so that helps too. read more

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We placed to home but we couldn't find the trail on the western side, the Sandpiper. So we walked towards the campgrounds and eventually found the Eastern side of the trail. We were going to connect west back over to where the car was, but then came another obstacle. A "This is Closed" sign appeared in a fork in the road. It wasn't like a piece of paper had been slapped on just because of the virus, this was a weathered wooden sign planted in the earth, and looked like it had been there for a couple of years. So we turned around and finished the walk, about 3 miles total.  Oh but let me throw this in there too. The trail map said that there was an observation deck on the Eastern side of the trail, so I figured that would be a good spot to take some pictures. We got there and it was a 3 level tower, except there was no way to get to the 3rd level; you could only go to the 2nd level. But they had a garbage can right under a tiny hole that led to the 3rd deck so I guess somebody would have needed to give me a boost step in order to get on the top deck. Absolutely ridiculous. read more

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Great state park, nice tree canopy and most all sites are shaded nicely, spacious camp sites with good amount of room between them. Clean facilities and perfect for bike riding. Short drive into savannah for site seeing. Early morning and evening wild deer. Highly recommend. read more

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I love camping here. We stay for a weekend every year and it's always so clean and nice. It's generally pretty quiet and the employees are super friendly. Nice clean bathrooms and showers. It's close enough to downtown Savannah for tourist adventures but far enough away to have a quiet night by the fire. read more

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I visit this well maintained state park a few times a year. It is the best example of the natural beauty and resources of Savannah. Well worth the parking fee (free if you choose to walk in). It is good for all ages as there is a nature center and playground (both currently under renovation), which are great for kids. My friend's children petted an alligator with a ranger's assistance of course (pre-covid). Numerous shelters and picnic tables are available. Now for the best part, the hiking. I usually start at the Sandpiper Trail by the nature center. The trails are connected with each other in a series of loops. I recommend setting aside two hours for your visit and more if you plan to picnic. The trails near the nature center are about a mile each with boardwalks and sand trails right by the water's edge at times. Little shade so in the summer it can be intense. I usually walk all the loops but you can park further in the park to access the Ferry Loop, which gives you a 360 view of the wetlands and has an observation tower. Not too high but the area is mostly flat so you have an unobstructed view. This park is practically a bird refuge. There is a strong chance that you will find egrets and blue herons. The next series of loops- has a larger variety of fauna due to the higher calcium deposits and some remains of a moonshine distillery. If you are a biker, this section allows access. The trails have benches along the way to rest and enjoy the water views. Not the full stars because of human progress. The Truman Highway, great for commuting but is a view distraction in the distant background. Some tips: If you choose to extend your hike, there is an oceanographic center down the road with a small trail. If it rained during the week the trails near the center can become muddy. Goes without saying but sunscreen and water in the summer are strongly recommended if you plan to hike all the sections. read more

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Super great state park! Very well maintained. The staff and volunteers were great. Nice sites. Very shady. Tons of ticks here so come prepared for you and your pets. The playground and nature center are being rebuilt. Looks like they will be great! Great state park. Seems to always be full! read more

The best park in Chatham County. I highly recommend the guided walks. They're so informative and interesting.

Visiting Savannah, I wanted to do more scenic/outdoorsy things, so Skidaway Island State Park was a definite yes for me. It is only a short drive away from downtown Savannah. And after coming here, I highly recommend it. The entrance fee is $5 (which is only valid for one day and is hung up by front window of the car). When I asked the staff which trail was the most popular, they quickly replied Sandpiper Trail. Time was running late and the sun was on it's way down. So we settled for the one and only Sandpiper Trail. At first, it was a bit confusing to get to the trailhead. Even with the park map & the gps, it took some time for me to actually get started on the trail. I wish there was more clear signage. But with much guessing, going in the wrong direction and asking people walking around, we found our way on the trail. The Sandpiper Trail is definitely a trail worth checking out. It's a very flat trail that loops around. It's fairly simple/easy trail. I was able to complete it in 30 minutes. There's a lot of trees and the air is fresh. It's the perfect stroll for my parents and I as we ended our day. We got out of the park before it got dark. My only regret is not being able to come earlier to explore more, but even that one trail was worth the money paid. read more

We really enjoyed our visit to Skidaway Island State Park. There was ample parking, friendly park staff, clean and well-maintained restrooms, and even a dog bowl underneath the water fountains. All of the trails were well-maintained with lots of shade and stunning scenery with the classic Savannah Spanish moss. We just went for a brief nature walk, it was the middle of August and hot for both us and the dogs. It was a Friday morning and we only saw a few other people out there, so it was nice to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature in mostly solitude. read more

Loved from 1st sight, the place is so peaceful sometimes the deer walk 10 yards or so away from us. Very friendly staff and the camp host are really great. Bathhouses clean and stocked. Grounds are kept perfect year around. Only down side is the 14 day stay maximum read more

Yesterday was a walk in the park. Literally. We walked two easy trails; Flat. Hot. No bikes allowed. 3 miles total approximately. Tidal coastal marshes. Some wildlife. Some history. Confederate army hid out here n there. Good old boys built a whiskey still here. Etc. Etc.. Got well needed exercise, not done a lot in the week road trip so far. Took some pics. Pity the interactive center is closed on a Monday. Paid 5 bucks to park the car. This big state park has campgrounds, picnic tables etc. It was very quiet yesterday. We recommend Skidaway Island state Park when y'all wish to slow down and escape the tourist scene for a few hours. Pics to come. read more

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Tick-tastic!! Make sure you bring bug repellent and that your four-legged friends are on a flea and tick preventative, because we've never seen so many ticks in our lives. And be mindful of where your smaller dogs are in the evening, as we've heard bobcats here. But even that doesn't dissuade us from stopping here year after year on our journeys down to Florida. Many of the campsites are absolutely palatial, it typically stays very quiet, and the hiking and mountain biking opportunities are magical. The WiFi is only available near the camp store where you check in, which I think is a blessing because it gives you an opportunity to unplug. That said, I'm using my partner's mobile hot spot to get some work done this morning so I'm not altogether following my own advice! There's plenty to explore here, so we recommend staying at least a couple nights to have plenty of time to get lost on the paths. They offer a pretty incredible discount for seniors. The folks who are checking in at the same time as I did were thrilled to get a $72 refund on the reservation when they can't answer it in the informative when the clerk asked them if anyone in their party was a senior. Military discounts are available as well. read more

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One of our favorite parks in the state of Georgia! We've been coming every year for the week of Thanksgiving for most of the last 10 years and love it every time. The sites are all a nice size and the Spanish moss in the live oak trees makes for a really scenic camping area. Most of the sites are relatively flat - a few have a bit of a slope to them, but it's not serious. The local wildlife makes sitting around the campfire fun. Squirrels jumping around in the trees, egrets in the marsh water, armadillos rummaging around at dusk, and the occasional deer wandering around. This year we saw a big owl in a tree just outside of our RV at about 4:00 PM. He was hooting as a squirrel was teasing him on the next tree. The best part of this park is that it's only a few minutes from downtown Savannah. This is the only park where we normally eat out more than dine around the campfire. So many good choices. The exception is the day that we grill a few pounds of shrimp on the campfire grate - toss them in a little seasoning and lay them on the grate for a delicious meal. Who needs a Thanksgiving turkey? Fall means that we miss the mosquitos, which I'm sure are plentiful during the summer months. Maybe I'm wrong here, but I don't think I'd take that chance with all of the water surrounding the park and knowing how coastal bugs can be. Trails are great for walking or biking. There's always plenty to see or do (or eat) nearby. read more

Beautiful, clean and family friendly. brought our dog One of my favorite parks in Savannah! Last went Easter weekend of 2021 and they even had a Easter Egg hunt for the kids. I think the entry was $5-10 so not bad. Lots of Savannah moss and palm trees. A few trails so you could easily spend hours. Also a picnic area read more

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my site , 18, after a good rain sits in 2 inches of water. , so after the rain I went out looking for some dryer sites when we come back again. just about all of them are under at least 1/2 inch of water in some of the parking pads, some a lot more. and ever picnic pad surrounded with concrete were standing in water, cause it was being held back by the concrete. They need to come in here and build up the parking pads again read more

Great Georgia state park. Very quiet and peaceful. Campground is clean and relatively close to downtown Savannah. read more

The land and trails are great!!! The playgrounds are upkept and being redone. Lots of signage too!! But here's were it lost stars I went into the "center" near the main parking. The staff didn't even acknowledge I walked in. I'm not sure where that southern charm went because the two staff didn't stop talking about another employee... like a really rude conversation. Also no masks at all neither wore one! I was completely shocked. Especially for a conservative area. Like protect our wildlife, stay on trails, don't pick flowers but we don't care about your life let me cough on you with no mask. Definitely do the trails but stay away from the center read more

Day 2 of 4. It's not too early to review this place. It's awesome. Well shaded...in July...I'm Ga. Enough said. Brand new facilities (office, showers, and a few sites too). Publix/BP two min drive away. Golf next door. Quiet nights. Large spaces. To be continued.... read more

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During COVID this is a must visit spot near savannah, georgia. My boyfriend and I visited this trail on a Wednesday morning and didn't see many people in the park, for most of our walks we were completely alone! The trails are all well maintained, easy to walk, and a great place for bird watching. Grab a map in the beginning of the park to see where the trails are at. There are pretty good signs if you just drive around too. read more

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This place is beautiful. Here in February so a bit of rain and no bugs! Visitor center looks brand new and beautifully appointed Campsites are private, large, with water and electric. Dump station is an easy in and out. gate closes at ten but we are usually back by then. Night time was really quiet. Rangers areyy nice. We would defiantly come back. read more

What a very nice state park and we just drove through it to look around. Guard at the entrance was so polite and friendly. Nice to have it so close by. Looking forward to biking there, eventually. read more

I feel like with a park you're commenting on the amenities since nature is nature haha. The playgrounds are nice and well maintained. The restrooms are well stocked and clean. The visitors center was neat and the staff was friendly and very helpful. We had a great day there and plan to come back and stay overnight. read more

This review is solely for the campground. I can now mark GA State Parks off of my bucket list. I must say that this was one of the most well-maintained state parks that I've ever been to. Georgia state parks need to teach other states a thing or two. The trolley to Savannah only runs Friday and Saturday. We missed that since we checked in on a Sunday. None the less, it's worth the mention. The $5 per day extra "parking fee" was a little annoying. I don't think that they should charge that for campers who are already paying $45 per night. I guess they think, we'll just make it an even $50. Apparently, seniors 62 and over get a significant discount, so there were a lot of seniors and not a lot of children. All of the sites were prime and spacious. There literally didn't seem like a bad spot in the park. A few had sewer hook-ups, but those apparently book up at least 4 months in advance. Most of the spots were pull through, which is rare to have so many in one park. The entire park was full of trees, so all of the sites were shaded. We spotted a deer one evening, right before dusk. The bathhouse was clean and central to most of the sites. The hiking trails were a little ways from the campground area, we didn't realize that area circled around the campground, until the morning of check-out. Most of our days were spent in Savannah, so other than the leisurely stroll around the sites, we weren't seeking to hike. read more

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I stopped here to do some hiking/ sightseeing along the trails. It was so hot last week that I first stopped in the gift shop. The people working behind the counter were so nice and informative. I decided to rent a bike for $6 and do the 3 mile loop. It was so fun and beautiful! read more

Campground: 07/22/17 - 07/25/17. Me, hubby, and Mickey, our 6lb Pom. This is our second stay at a GA state park this month (from SC), so we purchased the "Family Membership" for $80.00. That will pay for itself in one weekend visit, not to mention the additional discounts that come with it. This was a last minute trip. We were just going to stay the weekend (I work Monday), but hubby is off through Tuesday, so we purchased an additional night with our new discount, so hubby and Mickey will stay while I slave away at work! The park is BEAUTIFUL! Our spot, Site #74 in campground #3, is spacious with a good amount of shade. We have PLENTY of space for our pop-up, 4-door jeep, and my car towing 2 kayaks. Very pet friendly, including clean-up stations throughout the park. We arrived after 8pm last night, so I decided to wait until today to take a shower. Woke up to a note on the camper door that a site had a broken water pipe, so all water will be shut off until 4pm. Guess I'll be driving home grungy. Definitely no fault of the park, just life. Good thing I travel with tons of wipes! The office/gift shop closes at 8pm. When we arrived shortly after 8pm last night, the Ranger that was driving by stopped to see if I needed any help and pointed me in the right direction for after-hours instructions (didn't get her name); very nice and helpful. When we went to register at the office this morning, Rowan and Caitlin were on duty at the desk. They were AWESOME! Very knowledgeable about their services, very helpful, and SUPER nice!!! They also confirmed that all GA state parks are first-come, first-serve (or not site-specific reservations). I don't particularly care for that, but it works to your advantage if someone leaves a day early. Also, the narrow roads are 2-way roads throughout. Haven't had a problem yet, but it could be for those with bigger rigs than ours. So far, it seems everyone sticks to driving as if they ARE one way, which is probably why we haven't had an issue. We'll definitely visit again when "I" can stay longer! read more

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If you are looking for a place to camp by Savannah, this is it! The staff are all very friendly and the park is very scenic. The drive into the park is enough! There are plenty of walking trails and one bike trail. The campground is quiet and well laid out. Plenty of room! I highly recommend this state park. read more

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A great place for a run, hike, or camp for all levels of experience. There are a variety of views of natural areas along the winding trails and each one provides peace and comfort just as one would expect from nature...do i sound like a hippy yet. Well Im not, I am just an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys this park because of the spectacular beauty and alligator-less trails. Have you ever had you ankle snapped at by a gator? Well I have and its not fun! But seriously this place is relaxing... read more

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Only able to stay one night since we're just passing through, but we will definitely be back. we were in number 43 but all of the sites are all well shaded, spaced apart nicely and incredibly spacious. Some sites have sewer, cable water and electric. We saw two pull-through sites. The park is beautifully-maintained overall and the staff couldn't be more friendly. It's only 15 minutes from downtown Savannah but quiet and serene. There are a few local restaurants located close by; definitely try Pearl's Waterfront Grille. Highly recommended! read more

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A gorgeous park that is well tended with helpful rangers. They have really nice playground and walking trails and a fitness playground for adults! There's also a lot of activity to be engaged in. The activities are listed on Facebook. read more

We came here to go on a hike, and we ended up actually renting bikes from the ranger station so we could cover more ground in a shorter amount of time. I am glad we came to check this place out! It was very beautiful, and I have not experienced anything quite like it. We rode out on the big ferry loop trail, and I really enjoyed seeing this pine, and palm forest, and the platform/lookout that was in the marsh was absolutely amazing! The 360 degree view from the platform/lookout was fantastic! I would come back here again, and again. And I would recommend this place to anyone visiting Savannah! The only complaint I have is the rental bikes were rather junky, and needed quite a bit of work. The chain guard on one was missing the front mounting hardware so it was rattling like crazy, and both bikes had severely bent wheels. But both of the hoopty bikes made it the whole duration without any issues. My girlfriends chain fell off just as we got back to the ranger station. But that may have been because we were racing. Anyhow, this place is a wonderful, scenic, and beautiful place to get out, and enjoy some nature, and get a little bit of exercise... read more

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The gift shop attendants were not helpful at all, but they have some really cool stuff. My kids loved the snakes and the playground

Beautiful nature trail great for dogs. Lots of palm trees and places to hang out in a hammock.