Jekyll Oceanfront, a Clarion Resort

Jekyll Island Recreation

Located just 6 miles off Georgia's coast, midway between Savannah, Georgia and Jacksonville, Florida, Jekyll Island is a rare treasure, blending unspoiled natural beauty with abundant recreation and thoughtful conveniences.

Play golf and tennis, splash at Summer Waves, explore the Jekyll Island historic district or try deep-sea fishing. With so much Jekyll Island recreation, it’s no wonder the nickname is Georgia's "Smilin' Island"! No more than a third of the island will ever be developed, so the pristine beaches, lush maritime forests and stands of ancient oaks will remain forever undisturbed.

Historic District
Experience the rich history of Jekyll Island through the National Historic Landmark District, a 240-acre riverfront compound/restoration project. Prominent US families, including the Rockefellers, Morgans and Vanderbilts, vacationed here in the early 1900s.

Beaches
Jekyll Island’s beaches take up 10 miles of unspoiled coastline, perfect for sunbathing, swimming, jogging or just a nice stroll.

Bicycling
There’s no better way to explore the island than on a bike. Visitors can enjoy 20 miles of bike trails winding through historic sites, beaches, marshes and maritime forests. Bike rentals are available at front desk.

Bird Watching
Jekyll Island, one of the 18 sites along the Colonial Coast Birding Trail, serves as a resting place in the spring and fall for migrating species traversing the Atlantic Flyway

Fishing
Serious and casual fisherman alike love Jekyll Island for the great fishing, including offshore excursions crabbing and seining for shrimp.

Golf
The Jekyll Oceanfront Resort is located next to Georgia's largest public golf resort, offering 63 holes on three 18-hole courses and one 9-hole course. The courses were all designed by some of the best names in the game! For information, visit the Jekyll Island Golf Club or call 912-635-2368.

Horseback Riding
Take a guided tour through the salt marshes. For reservations, call 912-635-9500.

Kayaking & Canoeing
Jekyll Island is filled with natural wonders that are best experienced by water. See the salt marshes and estuarial waters with a guided tour from the Tidelands Nature Center. Canoe rentals and kayak tours are available March through October. For information about rentals, instruction and guided tours, call 912-635-5032.

Nature Walks
Guided nature walks are available throughout the year and offer encounters with animals such as deer, wild turkey, raccoons, hawks, egrets, herons and wild alligators.

Shelling
The island’s 10 miles of beach and undisturbed sand dunes give visitors the opportunity to expand their shell collection. Experience the colors and forms that time and tide reveal. It’s not unusual to find buckets of polished “olives” and whelks.

Shopping
Make time for your favorite pastime at the many boutiques and unique shops on Jekyll Island.

Summer Waves Water Park
Want to enjoy the water on Jekyll Island without the deep-sea fishing? Experience the island’s wettest attraction! Summer Waves of Jekyll Island is more than a million gallons of splashing water fun, with 11 acres of rides, thrills, food and excitement.

Tennis
If tennis is your game, you’re in luck! Tennis magazine selected the nearby Jekyll Island Tennis Center as one of the “24 best Municipal Tennis Facilities” in the country. For information, visit Jekyll Island Tennis Club or call 912-635-3154.