Must-SeeSt. Simons Lighthouse
An 1872 lighthouse with a keeper's museum; climb 129 steps for the view.
St. Simons Island
The largest of Georgia's Golden Isles, with a historic lighthouse, live oaks draped in Spanish moss and the ruins of Fort Frederica.
- Best Time to Go
- Mar–May, Sep–Oct
Our full guide to St. Simons Island is being written. It's on the Southeast list as If You're Nearby.
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Worth a DetourFort Frederica
The ruins of a 1736 British town and fort, under old oaks.
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