Local Area Attractions Near Jacksonville North / St. Marys KOA Holiday

With our campground off I-95 in Georgia you can conveniently access all of the local activities. With so many things to do in St. Marys, GA, and access to local recreation in Jacksonville, your stay with us will be filled with family fun. If you are looking to go sightseeing in the St. Marys area, Kingsland, Georgia, is a great place to stay. The city offers proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and Florida. You can find historic charm and many area attractions to keep everyone entertained. If you want to visit the beach, we are just a short drive from Fernadina Beach, Amelia Island, or the Cumberland Island National Seashore!


Why Visit St. Marys
Named by Oprah as “LoveTown” USA, this Georgia city is a gorgeous place to visit. You can enjoy a small community surrounded by beautiful marshes and creeks along the Georgia coast. The town near Amelia Island also offers a convenient central location to popular vacation destinations nearby. Here are a few reasons you will love visiting St. Marys:

  1. Local History and Museums - Kingsland enjoys a diverse history of Spanish and English explorers from almost 300 years ago. Today, you can visit many historical sites in the area, including a submarine museum, sugar mill ruins and an Antebellum mansion.
  2. Outdoor Activities - There are many places to go near St. Marys. You can visit the Cumberland Island National Seashore for miles of secluded beaches, wild horses and Carnegie ruins. You can also explore Crooked River State Park or paddle through Okefenokee Swamp. Kingsland, Georgia, is an excellent place for many outdoor activities, including fishing, kayaking, hiking and biking.
  3. Unique Shopping Spots - Visit the Kingsland Royal District and enjoy a stroll down historic streets, taking you back to the early 1900s. The district offers charming shops with unique handicrafts you can take home as souvenirs. You can also check out delicious diners and beautiful murals that line the streets.
  4. Access to Popular Destinations - St. Marys, Georgia, sits right in the center of many popular southern Georgia attractions, so you are in the perfect spot to venture out and explore. Kingsland is also near the Florida border, offering convenient access to Jacksonville, Amelia Island, Cumberland National Seashore, and Disney World.
  5. Acres of Golf Courses - If you are looking to get outside and enjoy some exercise for a few hours, try golfing at one of the many area golf courses. While you play, you can enjoy quality time with family or friends.
  6. Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach - Spend the day on the beach and in the sand exploring Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach. Walk along the beach or the boardwalk and enjoy the view. 

Stay at a KOA Near All the Local Hotspots!
In St. Marys, Georgia, you can enjoy the best southern Georgia offers. In the local area, you can find shopping, dining, outdoor exploration and historical sites. You will love “LoveTown” USA. Whether you are planning to see some attractions in Jacksonville, Florida, or you want a Georgia getaway with lots to do, St. Marys is a great place to stay. If you are looking for places to stay in Kingsland, consider Jacksonville North / St. Marys KOA Holiday. It is right off the freeway for convenient local travel. While you stay, you can enjoy the fun right on the campground with [url=http://koa.com/campgrounds/jacksonville/blog/fall-campfire-recipes_e323de2d-8ae2-4659-84f6-de87a0f6b07b/]delic

Cumberland Island National Seashore

Cumberland Island National Seashore

Cumberland Island National Seashore is the largest and southernmost barrier island in Georgia, offering guests over 17 miles of secluded white, sandy beaches. Wild horses and other island wildlife roam freely throughout the ruins and along the beach. Glimpses of the Carnegie lifestyle can be easily imagined throughout the ruins of Dungeness, abandoned luxury vehicles, Plum Orchard, and Greyfield Inn. Located just off the Georgia Coast of St. Marys. Island is accessible by ferry only. Reservations for the ferry are recommended.

113 W St Marys St

St Marys, GA 31558

912-882-4335

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St Marys Submarine Museum

St Marys Submarine Museum

This is where history comes alive with a wide variety of pictures, paintings, models, artifacts and rare historical documents, some of which have not been made available to the general public.  While you are visiting the museum, and taking in the voluminous amount of exhibits, you can operate a real submarine Type 2 periscope to view the beautiful St. Mary's waterfront and beyond.

102 St. Mays Street West

St. Marys, GA 31558

912-882-2782

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Fort Clinch State Park

Fort Clinch State Park

History meets nature at Fort Clinch State Park. Whether you're a history buff, nature lover or a bit of both, enjoy exploring the unique natural and historic resources of this pristine park.

2601 Atlantic Ave

Fernandina Beach, FL 32097

904-277-7274

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Georgia Coastal Railway

Georgia Coastal Railway

Immerse yourself in history, fun and adventure as you travel the rails from Historic St. Marys, Georgia, through scenic woodlands and marshlands. Your 1 hour and 15 minute excursion brings you face to face with yesteryear, nature, and some great entertainment. Whether you're riding in a vintage 1950's passenger car, on the open-air rail cars or experiencing an authentic locomotive or caboose ride, you never know what you'll discover along the way!

1000 Osborne St

St Marys, GA 31558

904-370-3744

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St. Marys Aquatic Center

St. Marys Aquatic Center

7 acre recreational swimming facility located in Southeast Georgia. 3 separate water attractions including a lazy river, interactive children's play area, and a lap pool with a 2 story twister slide. owned and operated by the City of St. Marys. Concessions, Gift Shop, lockers, restrooms and changing areas all on site.

301 Herb Bauer Drive

St Marys, GA 31558

312-673-8118

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Historic St. Marys

Historic St. Marys

Settled in the 16th century as a part of Spanish Florida, St. Marys became a part of Georgia in 1763. It's the gateway to Cumberland Island National Seashore and home to the island's visitors center and museum, as well as the ferry port. In the town of St. Marys, you can visit the St. Marys Submarine Museum and enjoy water sports, cycling, shopping and dining.

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Jacksonville Zoo

Jacksonville Zoo

Escape to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens for the only walking safari in Northeast Florida. Discover the earth's wildlife through interactive and educational experiences. A true family adventure, the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is changing daily and is dedicated to consistently improving. With recent updates to Land of the Tiger and African Forest, the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is quickly becoming a world-class establishment. Whether you are a visitor to Florida's First Coast or a lifetime resident, we invite you to experience the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens through interactions with people, wildlife, and the environment.

370 Zoo Parkway

Jacksonville, FL 32218

904-757-4463

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Amelia Island

Amelia Island

Amelia Island, Known as the "Isle of Eight Flags," is Renowned for its Pristine Beaches and Clean Water, Natural Wildlife as well as World-Class Resort Hotels, Spas, Golf Courses and Restaurants.
Amelia Island, Florida, is a unique paradise among the chain of barrier islands that stretches along the east coast from South Carolina to Florida.   Amelia is 13 miles long and 4 miles wide at its widest point. Amelia Island is rich with history, such as the landmark Historic District, Fort Clinch State Park, Old Town, and Fernandina Beach with its Victorian-era architecture.

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Woodbine Opry

Woodbine Opry

Ready for a rompin', stompin' good time? Kick up your heels each weekend at this old-time music fest at the renovated "Old School" Woodbine Community Center. Woodbine, Georgia is where you'll find the Woodbine Opry, an open mike jam session with some of the best musicians in the Deep South! We've got all the old-timey music you've been hankering for!Fridays: Acoustic Bluegrass and GospelSaturdays: Amplified CountryAdmission to the music is free. Donations cheerfully accepted.Music starts at 7 p.m. Cake Raffle/Intermission at 9 p.m. We call it a night at 10 p.m.

305 Camden Ave

Woodbine, GA 31569

912-576-3027

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Treetop Junction Food Truck Park

Treetop Junction Food Truck Park

Open Thursday-Saturday each week in downtown St. Mary's, Ga. Multiple food trucks, shaded seating. Featuring live music and kids entertainment monthly

713 Osborne Street

St Marys, GA 31558

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Golden Isles

Golden Isles

Nestled on the Georgia coast, midway between Savannah and Jacksonville, lies the mainland city of Brunswick and its four barrier islands, St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Little St. Simons Island and Jekyll Island. The beauty, ideal weather and natural radiance makes these special places so indisputably golden. Genuine Southern hospitality and comfortable luxury sets the Golden Isles apart from any other destination.

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Okefenokee Swamp

Okefenokee Swamp

The wonderland of the Okefenokee is a significant part of America's heritage, a beautifully preserved segment of what was here when America began. Located in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, the Okefenokee Swamp Park is a convenient point of entry and a magnificent show-window for this natural wonderland. Reflective waters mirroring the overhanging beauty lead to all points in this vast wilderness of islands, lakes, jungles, forest and prairies. Boat tours on original Indian waterways, wilderness walkways, Pioneer Island and native animals in their own habitat, all combine to weave a spell of pioneer American life. Points of Interest include an "Eye on Nature Wildlife Show," low-water boardwalk, 90-foot Observation Tower, Nature Center with bee hive observatory, wildlife observation areas, Walt Kelly Exhibit, and much more.

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Downtown Kingsland

Downtown Kingsland

Georgia's City of Royal Treatement.  Nestled on the southeast coast of Georgia, Kingsland is a small community surrounded by the beautiful marshes and creeks of the Georgia Coast.   Follow the red-brick sidewalks to charming shops and unique dining.  Take a moment of reflection in remembrance at Kingsland Veterans Memorial Park or visit one of the downtown events held throughout the year.  Stop in and see why Kingsland was selected by Oprah Winfrey as ‘LoveTown USA'.

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Jacksonville Beaches & Historic Mayport

Jacksonville Beaches & Historic Mayport

22 miles of sandy, white beaches that are perfect for relaxing, surfing, paddle boarding, kayaking, and more. Don't forget the sunscreen!

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Downtown Jacksonville

Downtown Jacksonville

Drink, eat, shop, play in downtown Jacksonville! Only 30 minutes away from the campground.

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Laurel Island Links

Laurel Island Links

Laurel Island Links, which opened in 1996, is a world-class 18-hole golf course. It is affordable and offers a picture-perfect landscape.

233 Marsh Harbour Parkway

Kingsland, GA 31548

912-729-7277

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Fernandina Beach

Fernandina Beach

Beautiful sandy beaches located 35 minutes from our campground. 

Take I-95 to Exit 373, turn east onto A1A, travel 15 miles crossing the Intracoastal Waterway onto Amelia Island.

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