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Mansion Reservations (912) 485-2299
Tours (912) 437-3224

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  • The Mansion (all 13 rooms) - Reserve
  • 1 Pioneer Camp - Reserve
  • Group Reservations & Reunions
    (5 or more lodge rooms) - Reserve
  

Visitors to Sapelo Island can see virtually every facet of a barrier island's natural community, from the forested uplands, to the vast salt marsh, and the complex beach and dunes systems. The mainland Visitor Center is located in Meridian and brings to life both the natural and cultural history of Sapelo. Guided island tours highlight the African-American community of Hog Hammock, University of Georgia Marine Institute, the beautiful Reynolds Mansion and a working lighthouse. Built in 1820, the lighthouse was in service until 1905 when it was deactivated. Following its 1998 restoration, it once again became a working aid in navigation.

Sapelo Island can be reached only by ferry, and reservations are required. Overnight accommodations offered by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources include a group campground and the Reynolds Mansion. Located a short walk from the beach, Cabretta Campground is available for groups of 15-25. The historic Reynolds Mansion may be used for group conferences and retreats, with all meals included.


Guided Tours: Reservations required. Wednesday 8:30 AM-12:30PM (mansion and island) and Saturday 9AM-1PM (lighthouse and island). From June through Labor Day, an additional tour is offered Friday 8:30AM-12:30PM (lighthouse and island). Extended tour offered the last Tuesday of the month, March-October, 8:30AM-3PM (lighthouse, mansion and island). For guided tour reservations, call 912-437-3224.
Mainland Visitor Center: Tuesday-Friday 7:30AM-5:30PM; Saturday 8 AM-5:30PM; Sunday 1:30-5PM; Closed Monday.
Reynolds Mansion Lodging: Groups only. Conference and retreat accommodations for 16-29 people. Meals included.
Cabretta Campground: Groups of 15-25 may camp near the beach on Sapelo's Cabretta Island. Hot showers available.

FACILITIES:
  • 6,110-Acre Reserve on a 16,006-Acre Barrier Island
  • Visitor Center (in Meridian)
  • Guided Tours (reservations required)
  • Marsh and Beach Walks
  • Reynolds Mansion (groups of 16-29 only)
  • Pioneer Campground (groups of 15-25 only)




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  Address/Directions
Sapelo Island Visitor Center
Route 1, Box 1500
Darien, GA 31305

Reynolds Mansion
P.O. Box 15
Sapelo Island, GA 31327

Mailing Address
1766 Landing Road
Sapelo Island, GA 31327

 Location: The Sapelo ferry and visitor center are located in Meridian, 8 miles northeast of Darien, off Ga. Hwy. 99.

 
 
Make reservations using the options above or call 1-800-864-7275 (Monday-Friday, 8AM-8PM; Saturday-Sunday, 9AM-5PM EST).
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