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Blackbeard Island Wilderness

The Blackbeard Island Wilderness now contains a total of 3,000 acres and is managed by the Fish & Wildlife Service. All of the Wilderness is in the state of Georgia. In 1975 the Blackbeard Island Wilderness became part of the now over 110 million acre National Wilderness Preservation System. In wilderness, you can enjoy challenging recreational activities and extraordinary opportunities for solitude. In an age of "...increasing population, accompanied by expanding settlement and growing…

  • Managed by: Fish and Wildlife Service
  • Coordinates: 31.489594, -81.209143

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Fort Frederica Visitor Center
  • The King and Prince Beach and Golf Resort
  • Jekyll Island Club Resort
  • Telfair Museum of Art
  • Fort Pulaski Visitor Center
  • Fort Pulaski National Monument Tours

Frequently asked questions

Is Blackbeard Island Wilderness reservable?

Blackbeard Island Wilderness is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Blackbeard Island Wilderness?

See the map for Blackbeard Island Wilderness's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Blackbeard Island Wilderness?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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