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8.1

Very good

Driftwood beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Driftwood beach?

There are 293 places to stay in the Driftwood beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Driftwood beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6467171&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villas by the Sea Resort & Conference Center</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9519251&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">MELLOW YELLOW by Jekyll Realty</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9519285&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">SEA LA VIE by Jekyll Realty</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9799182&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">SUBLIME by Jekyll Realty</a></li></ul>

King City, United States

#1 out of 7 in Georgia

8.1

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

King City • 3.7 km

Map of beach

Cafe The Pantry

8.6 - Excellent 5km

Restaurant Grand Dining Room

8.4 - Very good 5km

Meal Takeaway Doc's Snack Shop

8.4 - Very good 5.1km

Restaurant The Wharf

7.8 - Very good 5.2km

Mexican Restaurant Tortuga Jacks Jekyll

8.2 - Very good 5.2km

Pizza Restaurant Red Bug Motor's Pizza

8.4 - Very good 5.3km

Restaurant Sunrise Grille

8.8 - Excellent 6.1km

Fast Food Restaurant Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

6.6 - Good 6.1km

Barbecue Restaurant LOVE SHACK BBQ SHRIMP & YARD BIRD

8.6 - Excellent 6.1km

Park Neptune Park

2km

Park Avenue of the Oaks

2.5km

Park Mallery Park

2.6km

Park Massengale Park

3.7km

Park Jekyll Island State Park

3.9km

Park Coast Guard Station - Public Beach Access #27

4.5km

Park Jim and Marge Gallagher and Family Bench

4.6km

Park Gascoigne Bluff Park

5.3km

Park Riverview Park

5.7km

Playground Jekyll Island Public Playground

5.3km

Grocery Store Jekyll Market

6.1km

Sandwich Shop Larry's Giant Subs

8.4 - Very good 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Driftwood Beach

50m

Museum St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum

2.1km

Museum World War II Home Front Museum

4.4km

Museum Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum

5km

Tourist Attraction Great Dunes Beach

5.4km

Amusement Park Summer Waves Water Park

7.3km

Historical Landmark Horton House

1km

Historical Landmark Lover's Oak

7.8km

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About

Driftwood beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 1th place out of 7 beaches in the Georgia region 406.1 km away from its center, the city of Atlanta. It is one of the beaches of King City settlement, just 3.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Driftwood beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is St. Simons island, which has a rating of 7.

Driftwood beach (Georgia) is located outside the King City settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Driftwood beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+31 ^o C +26 ^o C

Air temperature

4.9 M/S

Wind

+28 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

King City • 3.7 km

Map of beach

Cafe The Pantry

8.6 - Excellent 5km

Restaurant Grand Dining Room

8.4 - Very good 5km

Meal Takeaway Doc's Snack Shop

8.4 - Very good 5.1km

Restaurant The Wharf

7.8 - Very good 5.2km

Mexican Restaurant Tortuga Jacks Jekyll

8.2 - Very good 5.2km

Pizza Restaurant Red Bug Motor's Pizza

8.4 - Very good 5.3km

Restaurant Sunrise Grille

8.8 - Excellent 6.1km

Fast Food Restaurant Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

6.6 - Good 6.1km

Barbecue Restaurant LOVE SHACK BBQ SHRIMP & YARD BIRD

8.6 - Excellent 6.1km

Park Neptune Park

2km

Park Avenue of the Oaks

2.5km

Park Mallery Park

2.6km

Park Massengale Park

3.7km

Park Jekyll Island State Park

3.9km

Park Coast Guard Station - Public Beach Access #27

4.5km

Park Jim and Marge Gallagher and Family Bench

4.6km

Park Gascoigne Bluff Park

5.3km

Park Riverview Park

5.7km

Playground Jekyll Island Public Playground

5.3km

Grocery Store Jekyll Market

6.1km

Sandwich Shop Larry's Giant Subs

8.4 - Very good 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Driftwood Beach

50m

Museum St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum

2.1km

Museum World War II Home Front Museum

4.4km

Museum Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum

5km

Tourist Attraction Great Dunes Beach

5.4km

Amusement Park Summer Waves Water Park

7.3km

Historical Landmark Horton House

1km

Historical Landmark Lover's Oak

7.8km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

Villas by the Sea Resort & Conference Center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.9 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

4.9km

St. Simons island St. Simons island

7 Good

6.2km

Jekyll Island beach Jekyll Island beach

6.9 Good

7.5km

Shark Tooth Beach Shark Tooth Beach

7.3 Good

33.2km

Stafford beach Stafford beach

6.2 Pleasant

35.2km

Sapelo Island Sapelo Island

6.4 Pleasant

48.3km

Main beach Park Main beach Park

7.1 Good

51.7km

Sadler Road beach Sadler Road beach

7 Good

56.1km

Peters Point beach Peters Point beach

7.1 Good

Localities

Nearest

King City • 3.7km

Main locality of province

Atlanta • 406.1km

Transport

Airport

SSI • 5.6km

Bus Station

Plaza St. & Amberjack Ln. fs eb • 85.6km

Train Station

FECR • 96.1km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

8.1 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8.1 Very good

Solara M. Sutherland

10 Exceptional

The beach is always a sight to behold, no matter the season or time of day. It's the perfect spot to relax, have fun, and capture breathtaking photos. It's reassuring to know that such incredible places still exist, especially when you live nearby. I feel truly fortunate!

September 2023

Vikram Singh

10 Exceptional

The beach is truly one-of-a-kind and definitely worth a visit. The view is fantastic. We went in the evening but unfortunately couldn't stay for long due to the incessant mosquito bites. It's advisable to have some mosquito repellent with you. I'm unsure if mosquitoes are a problem only at certain times or if they're always present.

September 2023

JF Parker

10 Exceptional

I've never come across a beach quite like this one before! The scattered driftwood adds a breathtaking touch to the natural ambiance. Being here with my husband and dog brings me great satisfaction. Although there's a $10 fee to park inside Jekyll Island, it's definitely worth it! The water is a bit muddy and not too cold, and there are a few things to be cautious about. I encountered a variety of unfamiliar insects, some of which bit me. One particular large insect managed to pierce my skin, causing quite a flow of blood from my leg. It certainly wasn't a mosquito, sandfly, or horsefly. So, make sure to be cautious and have some insect repellent handy.

September 2023

Nina D

10 Exceptional

It was an amazing experience as it was my first time visiting this beach. Taking a walk along the shoreline is truly captivating, offering numerous opportunities for stunning photographs. The presence of dead trees and driftwood adds to the aesthetic, providing cool picture-taking moments that just require observation. I highly recommend this place for capturing breathtaking shots during sunrise or sunset. However, it is important to be cautious of the abundance of crabs, mosquitoes, flies, and various other creatures present in the area.

September 2023

Sara Jane Anderson

10 Exceptional

The view is absolutely breathtaking. This beach is truly unique and unlike any other! It's not ideal for spending the entire day as the 6-foot tide will wash away the small amount of sand available during low tide. However, it's definitely worth taking a short walk to reach this beach as it offers a stunning photo opportunity, especially during sunset. Even during the middle of the day, the beach is still incredibly beautiful. Certain areas have rocks, while others are suitable for a quick swim. Although the water is not crystal clear, it is pleasantly warm. I also noticed some dogs on leashes enjoying their time there.

September 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Driftwood beach?

The Driftwood beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Driftwood beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Driftwood beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Driftwood beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Driftwood beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Driftwood beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Driftwood beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Driftwood beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Driftwood beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Driftwood beach?

Driftwood beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

(caravans / tent)

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Driftwood beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Driftwood beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Driftwood beach?

There are 293 places to stay in the Driftwood beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Driftwood beach include:

Villas by the Sea Resort & Conference Center

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Driftwood beach from parking?

The Driftwood beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Driftwood beach?

There are 1 attractions near Driftwood beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Driftwood Beach located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Driftwood beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Driftwood beach is August. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 18°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Driftwood beach (Georgia) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Driftwood beach (Georgia) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.