A Two-Day Exploration of the St. Marys River with Option for Additional Trip in Okefenokee Swamp
When spring has yet to spring in North Georgia, we do what all good snowbirds do. We head south! Join Georgia Rivers as we explore Georgia’s southernmost river, the blackwater St. Marys as it winds along the Georgia-Florida border. With its headwaters in the Okefenokee Swamp, the St. Marys is one of Georgia’s most pristine and most beautiful rivers. On this journey we’ll explore an 18-mile run of river over Saturday and Sunday with an option to paddle a portion of the Okefenokee Swamp on Friday. We’ll camp at historic Traders Hill Campground near Folkston in a meadow beneath sprawling live oaks and dine in an ample outdoor pavilion on site.
CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION ABOUT SPRING ON THE ST. MARYS!
Skill Level Required:
This route features all flatwater. It is suitable for all skill levels from beginner to expert.
Register
Registration opens Dec. 22, 2026 at 8 a.m. Registration closes March 26, 2027 or when full. Registration fees include guide services, river maps, shuttle service, t-shirt or other swag, boat decal, six catered meals, educational programs and camping at Traders Hill Campground with toilets and showers. REGISTRATION LINK COMING SOON!
Apply for a Scholarship:
A limited number of scholarships to encourage women, people of color, recent immigrants and low-income individuals and families to participate are available. Apply for a scholarship HERE!
