Beaches · Georgia
Best beaches in Georgia
Georgia’s coast runs the full range — we’ve mapped 7 of its best beaches, from family, scenic, wild shores. Find the vibe you want, then build the trip around it.
Tybee IslandFamily
Savannah’s easygoing beach with a pier and historic lighthouse.
Driftwood Beach (Jekyll Island)Scenic
a haunting "boneyard" of weathered live oaks on the sand.
Cumberland IslandWild
ferry-only wilderness shore with wild horses and mansion ruins.
St. Simons IslandFamily
a charming Golden Isles beach town with a pier and lighthouse.
Jekyll Island BeachFamily
wide, quiet Golden Isles sand on a historic state-owned island.
East Beach (St. Simons)Family
the main swimming beach on the Golden Isles’ biggest island.
Little St. Simons IslandWild
a private, boat-only barrier island of pristine wilderness beach.
Check local conditions, parking, and seasonal fees before you go — and always heed posted flags, rip-current warnings, and lifeguard guidance.