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SceneryThe Woodpecker Trail in GeorgiaThe Woodpecker Trail passes through several towns and crosses many waterways as it meanders through Georgia. All the towns on the trail are unique. They range from the busy city of Augusta to the sleepy little town of St George. The waterways go from the smallest creek to the mighty Altamaha River. You'll see a little of it all as you travel leisurely down the scenic Woodpecker Trail. Don't miss the links below for more local information.
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Augusta
Augusta is the largest city on the Woodpecker Trail. It's famous for the Augusta Riverwalk and the Masters' Golf Tournement. Waynesboro
Some say that George Washington attended church in Waynesboro. Waynesboro is the "Bird Dog Capital of the World." Magnolia Springs
Magnolia Springs State Park is right on the Woodpecker Trail. The park is known for its crystal-clear springs, scenic boardwalk, and free freshwater aquarium. Millen
Millen and Jenkins County are the home of Magnolia Springs State Park. |
Metter
Everything's better in Metter. Take a quiet walk through Guido Gardens. Or stop for a chocolate milk shake in Downtown Metter. Cobbtown
Cobbtown is one of the cleanest small towns in America. It's famous for its Christmas lights. The Wiregrass Trail shares Ga 121 with the Woodpecker Trail from Cobbtown to south of Reidsville.Collins
Collins has country churches. Cobbtown, Collins, and Reidsville are in Tattnall County. Reidsville
Reidsville, the Friendship City, offers history, recreation and relaxation. You can buy fresh produce at Tattnall County roadside farm markets. A favorite state park for picnicking, reunions, and golf. |
Altamaha River
The Nature Conservancy calls the Altamaha River "one of the world's last great places." The Altamaha River Partnership and The Altamaha Riverkeeper help preserve the river. Surrency
Surrency's haunted house burned down, so the ghosts are looking for a new home. Don't let them get you. Surrency is in Appling County just a few miles from Baxley. Blackshear
Blackshear has several large churches. Hoboken
Hoboken has some unique houses. |
Race Pond
Race Pond is the home of Pogo. He never learned to spell. Folkston
Folkston is the gateway to the Okefenokee Swamp. Trainwatchers visit Folkston to see the 70 trains per day that pass through the town. Okefenokee
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge has an entrance on the Woodpecker Trail between Folkston and St George. Have some fun, learn something about the Okefenokee, and enjoy yourself with a visit to Okefenokee Pastimes. Okefenokee Adventures can help you with tours of the swamp. St George
St George is a sleepy little town along the St Mary's River. Try a milkshake or barbecue from The Shack by the Track. |
