Does St. Simons Island have alligators?

Native to the Island, alligators are often seen here, but they can be elusive during the heat of summer and the cold of winter. Alligators will go into a semi-hibernation period during the coldest months of the year, only emerging on the sporadic warm days we receive due to St. Simons Island’s temperate climate.

Is St Simons Lighthouse haunted?

The Lighthouse is reputed to be haunted by the ghost of lightkeeper Frederick Osborne, who was killed in a duel with assistant keeper John Stephens in early March 1880.

Can you go in St Simons lighthouse?

The Lighthouse Museum is made up of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse and adjoining Keeper’s Dwelling, located on the south end of St. Simons in the Pier Village. Visitors may climb the Lighthouse tower and visit the Keeper’s Dwelling, which houses the Museum exhibits.

How do you get around St. Simons Island without a car?

Simons Island by bike. There are over 30 miles of bike paths on St. Simons Island so you can totally ditch your car at the hotel and cruise underneath the oaks without having to worry about traffic.

Can you have alcohol on St. Simons beach?

Here’s the beach information you need to know: Parking and fishing are both free at Massingale, and drinking is allowed. The second beach on the St. Simons Island is the Coast Guard Station Beach, which also has a bathhouse and showers, as well as on-duty lifeguards and permitted drinking.

Why is the water brown at St Simons Island?

The water at St. Simon’s is often brown in color because there are two rivers that flow into the water full of sediment from the swamps and marshes surrounding the area.

How many blacks live on St Simons Island?

While the black population has dwindled to below 500 on St. Simons, the total population of the island has grown from 6,500 to 13,300 since 1980.

Does Jekyll Island have a lighthouse?

Climb the lighthouse steps for panoramic views of the coast and learn more about the lighthouse’s history at the Keeper’s Cottage, a Victorian structure that has served as the lighthouse’s museum since 1975.

How tall is the lighthouse on St Simons Island?

104 feet tall
The Lighthouse is 104 feet tall and constructed of Savannah grey brick. It is 21 feet in diameter at the base, tapering to 10 foot in diameter at the base of the gallery.

Is St Simons worth visiting?

We had no idea how much American history is on display on St Simons Island before we visited. The beaches are fine, but for us the dense and varied history and the beauty of the marshes and live oaks made the trip worthwhile.

What is St Simon Island known for?

Simons Island was voted America’s #1 Favorite Romantic Town as well as America’s #1 Favorite Beach Town by Travel + Leisure Magazine. St. Simons Island, GA is home to fabulous beaches, golfing, charter fishing, spas and salons, and a variety of restaurants, fun events and entertainment for everyone.

What is better St Simons or Jekyll Island?

The beaches on Jekyll are superior to St Simons. Now, St Simons has more to offer in the way of restaurants, shops, a village and a sense of a community, not just a resort area. East Beach is their best beach and is alot smaller than Jekyll.

Is St. Simons Island closed?

Our St. Simons Island Welcome Center is now open and welcoming visitors. In accordance with CDC recommendations, we have taken precautions to allow for social distancing. Our I-95 Welcome Center remains closed.