You can stay busy on the island during the winter!!

Are you looking for a winter getaway in Georgia where you can experience 60-degree weather, beautiful beaches, fun events, and outdoor activities? Look no further than St. Simons Island on the Georgia Coast! Enjoy off-season rates with Real Escapes Properties and discover fun for the whole family near your St. Simons Island vacation rental. Soak up the mild winter weather while hiking, bird watching, paddling, biking, golfing, and attending annual events!

Winter Events on Georgia’s Golden Isles

• Holly Jolly Jekyll: Head to Jekyll Island for a fun holiday celebration full of Christmas lights and family-friendly festivities. This is one of the top winter events in the Golden Isles!

• Christmas Tour of Lights: Join Lighthouse Trolleys on a holiday-themed tour of St. Simons Island while singing along to Christmas carols. 

• Island Treasures: This two-month-long event is essentially an island-wide treasure hunt. Look for replicas of glass globes around Jekyyl Island and trade them in for the real thing. 

• St. Simons Land Trust Oyster Roast: Enjoy fresh seafood, live music, and good times under the beautiful oak trees of Gascoigne Bluff Park. 

• St. Simons Island Storytelling Festival: Listen to world-class storytellers share their work at this unique festival held at Epworth by the Sea. 

Winter Activities on St. Simons Island

• Experience the winter bird migration on St. Simons Island. Grab your binoculars and go bird watching at Gould’s Inlet or East Beach.

• Fishing in the Golden Isles is great year-round. Book a fishing charter in the winter and target redfish, trout, and drum.

• Explore nature trails at Cannon’s Point Preserve without the summer heat.

• Rent a bike and explore St. Simons on wheels. Bike to local restaurants and attractions or search for the tree spirits. 

• Tee off at a local golf course where golf legends once played, surrounded by lush scenery and thoughtfully designed challenges.

• Uncover the region’s rich past at historic sites like Fort Frederica, St. Simons Island Lighthouse, and the National Historic Landmark District on Jekyll Island. 

• Rent a kayak and paddle the waterways of St. Simons Island. 

• Walk through Pier Village and discover the hub for shopping, dining, and entertainment on St. Simons Island. 

Reserve Your Georgia Winter Getaway on St. Simons Island

Whether you are looking to spend time outdoors, attend seasonal events, or soak up mild weather at the beach, St. Simons Island offers the perfect winter getaway in Georgia. Browse our St. Simons Island vacation rentals and find accommodations for groups of all sizes. Stay near the island's top attractions and enjoy all the comforts of home, including washers, dryers, fully equipped kitchens, WiFi, linens, and spacious living areas. Book with us today and experience winter on the Georgia Coast!