From Tybee Island to Cumberland Island, these are the best Georgia beaches.

An exploration of the Georgia coast is also an opportunity to discover African American history and learn -Geecheeculture.

Here are the 11 best beaches in Georgia foryour next tripto the Peach State.

St. Simons Island, East Beach, Georgia

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Cumberland Island National Seashore

Cumberland,Georgia’s largest barrier island, isaccessible onlyby ferry or boat.

You might even spot a few of thewild horsesthat wander around Cumberland Island.

The five to six hour tour provides a good overview of the island’s historic landmarks.

Twilight seascape photographed on the North Beach of Tybee Island, Georgia

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Plan your visit for low tide when there is more room to walk around.

St. Andrews Beach, Jekyll Island

On the southern part of Jekyll Island, you’ll findSt.

Andrews Beach Park, a great beach for wildlife enthusiasts.

Best Resorts in the Continental U.S.: The Cloister, Sea Island, Georgia

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St. Andrews isaccessiblefor visitors with physical disabilities, with free beach wheelchairs available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The staff atSapelo Island Birdhouses, a collection of rental cottages, can arrange tours and activities for guests.

Cumberland Island National Seashore

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Driftwood Beach on Jekyll Island

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two bikes sitting on a beach as the sun rises

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Driftwood tree on the south end of Jekyll Island at St. Andrews Beach.

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Sapelo Island

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Aerial view of beach against blue sky

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two young boys tubing on Robin Lake

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