Really nice State Park here, on the outskirts of Savannah, Georgia. Nice secluded camping sites, plenty of hiking/jogging trails, nature walks, interpretive center, helpful "rangers", clean facilities. And it is still a surprise to be camping under the Live Oaks with Spanish Moss. Went into Savannah the other day, stopped at the Visitor Center and walked River Street which had all the typical touristy components you would expect, bars, bars, bars, restaurants (of a WIDE variety), shops, shops, shops. But it is also right on a working waterfront, and had a number of historic markers, plaques, monuments, and memorials. Cobblestone streets keep the traffic speed down, and it is a steep hike to get down (or worse, back up) to the city level. It was fun to watch the ferries come and go, and you have a beautiful view of the cable span bridge leading into Savannah from the North.
River Street Scene
To
avoid an afternoon thunderstorm, we dashed off the street and grabbed the last
two seats at the bar. There weren’t any
restaurant seats open either! With
paraphernalia from Great Britain (excellent display of Queen Elizabeth tea
cups!) and a good selection of beers (including Guinness of course), it really
does give you pause to think about London.
The bartenders make a good pour as well.
We sampled the locally brewed Southbound Brewing Company IPA, quite
nice.
Walked past the Oglethorpe Square (and a bunch of other beautiful downtown squares on our way back to our parking spot).
Oglethorpe - Founded Georgia??
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