Located at the northern tip of the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge,Waycross is filled with southern hospitality and charm.

From rounds of golf at The Lakes at Laura S Walker State Park, to exploring the swamps of the Okefenokee, to experiencing life on a 19th century homestead in the swamp and to touring one of our 4 museums, there is so much to do in Waycross, Georgia.

Just 9 miles from Waycross is Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, one of the oldest and best preserved fresh water systems in America. Here among the acres of cypress forests, lakes, marshes and islands can be found over 400 species of animals, birds and reptiles including alligators. Visit the Okefenokee Swamp Park and take a boat ride through history.

Whether you are staying overnight or just traveling through,Waycross will be a place to remember.

Waycross Tourism Bureau

Located in the Historic Waycross Depot

314-A Plant Avenue

Waycross, Georgia  31501

912-283-3742

www.swampgeorgia.com