Here are some interesting information on family beaches within 5-6
hours from Atlanta. They seem so nice that I even think I should make
a trip myself soon. I hope you enjoy them.
From AccessAtlanta.com website, there is a beach guide for Atlanta
along with other information ranging from travel, health, sport
activities to businesses.
http://www.accessatlanta.com/services/travel/beaches.html
Here is recommended beaches 5-6 hour drive or so from Atlanta from
this list:
Cumberland Island, GA : A natural paradise on the Georgia coast
Trip time: Approximately 5 1/2 hours
Jekyll Island, GA : Great activities for busy families
Trip time: Approximately 6 hours
St. Simons Island, GA : Wrap yourself in luxury
Trip time: Approximately 5 hours
Tybee Island, GA : Featuring great beaches and better restaurants
Trip time: Approximately 4 1/2 hours
Perdido Key, Florida : Beautiful beaches on the Gulf Coast
Trip time: Approximately 5.5 hours
Seaside/Rosemary South Walton/Scenic 30-A, Florida : Quaint villages
highlight these retreats
Trip time: Approximately 5 1/2-to-6-hours
Edisto Island, SC : Find peace and quiet on the Atlantic.
Trip time: Approximately 6 1/2 hours
Another website for family listed a recommended beaches:
http://www.thenewparentsguide.com/vacations-georgia.htm , scroll down
to “Summer-Family vacation hot spots (beaches, lakes…)
Jekyll Island - Beaches, biking, fishing, golfing, tennis and much
more.
Time: 5 hours, 55 min
St Simons Island - High Tide's Guide to St. Simons Island is your key
to adventure in the exciting world of Georgia's Golden Isles, where
miles of scenic natural landscape and over 200 years of history have
created a unique and compelling vacation destination for generations.
Time: 5hours drive
Tybee Island - Located 18 miles east of Savannah, this small barrier
island boasts a wide, 3-mile long beach that's backed by sea
oat-covered sand dunes and is perfect for sunbathing, people-watching
and frolicking in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean. The island's
south-end pier and pavilion is a splendid venue for strolling above
the ocean and listening to the music of the live bands.
Time: 4 hours 46 min
There are less than 5 hour drive beautiful beaches on the lakes near
Atlanta as well:
Lake Sidney Lanier - Water Skiing, fishing, swimming, camping and much
more. This lake is over 30 miles long and is one of Atlanta's most
popular boating lakes. Numerous coves and islands are located all over
the lake. Located northeast of Atlanta just west of Cumming and U.S.
19.
West Point Lake - Water Skiing, fishing, swimming, camping and more.
There are 34 public recreation areas on this lake of 525 miles of
shoreline. Just north of Columbus off I-85.
Allatoona Lake - Fishing, water skiing, swimming, camping, hiking,
nature walks and more. 45 miles north of Atlanta off I75 and
Cartersville exit.
Lake Seminole - skiing, fishing, swimming, camping, nature walks,
hiking in rugged ravines and more. Near Bainbridge.
From other websites, other closer by beaches on the lakes near Atlanta
are listed below:
http://216.239.37.100/search?q=cache:IjrxFBAuoDkC:www.digitalcity.com/atlanta/beaches/+Atlanta+family+beaches&hl=en
Robin Lake Beach at Callaway Gardens
Highway 18, Box 2000
Pine Mountain, GA 31822
800-225-5292
1.5 hr from Atlanta
Want to bask in the summer sun? Then try Robin Lake Beach, the
largest, inland, man-made white sand beach in the world. Only an hour
away from Hotlanta, the beach rests along a 50-acre lake and is much
more than just sand. For the kids there's the Children's Center, which
features a large outdoor playground, miniature golf and the very cool
Chickadee Choo Choo miniature train. (Sorry, it's just for the kids.)
But for the adults, there are bikes available for rent, walking trails
to enjoy and, during the summer, there's even a circus performed on
the beach. Most importantly, Robin Lake Beach is a great place to kick
back and relax.
Lake Lanier Islands Beach
6950 Holiday Road
Buford, GA 30518
770-932-7200
Less than 45 minutes northeast of downtown Atlanta, Lake Lanier
Islands is a beach and water park that utilizes the wonderful Lake
Lanier. A half-mile-long white sand beach is great for relaxing in the
sun, but that's just the beginning of the fun to be had here. There
are also 10 waterslides, sail and paddleboats and a wave pool to
enjoy. The Kiddy Lagoon is where the younger set can spend their day
at the beach while parents decide between all the activities. Some of
those activities include hiking, fishing and miniature golf, so the
choice might not be as easy as you think.
George T. Bagby State Park
Route 1, Box 201
Fort Gaines, GA 31751
229-768-2571
Time: 4 hours, 33 minutes
Located on the shores of Lake Walter F. George, this park is a great
place for fishermen and boating enthusiasts. In May, bass fishing
tournaments are held on the 48,000-acre lake, so you can get plenty of
practice in during the year. When you're not looking for the next big
catch, you may catch a glimpse of wildlife along the three-mile nature
trail. Just make sure that if you make any new friends along the trail
that they do not follow you to the picnic shelter and try to take your
food. There is also an 18-hole golf course, a swimming beach and
tennis courts, so there is no reason you shouldn't have a great time
here. Also, if you want to spend the night, there are several places
to choose from.
John Tanner State Park
354 Tanner's Beach Road
Carrollton, GA 30117
770-830-2222
Time: 1 hour, 14 minutes
With the largest sand beach of any Georgia State Park, John Tanner
Park is great for water lovers. In addition to the beach, there are
two lakes for swimming, boating and fishing. Of course, there is more
to do than get wet on the park’s 136 acres. There are plenty of picnic
areas, a miniature golf course, a walking and nature trail, and a
volleyball court to enjoy during your visit. There is a small lodge
near the beach, so if you have the time, you may want to make plans to
stay longer than a few hours. There are certainly enough activities
available to necessitate an overnight visit.
Other useful links:
Digitalcity.com
http://216.239.37.100/search?q=cache:IjrxFBAuoDkC:www.digitalcity.com/atlanta/beaches/+Atlanta+family+beaches&hl=en
“Visitors prize Little St. Simons' casual nature,” Howard Pousner,
AJC.com
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