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Laura S. Walker State Park
Located near the northern edge of the mysterious Okefenokee Swamp, this park is home to many fascinating creatures and plants. Walking along the lake shore and nature trail, visitors may see alligators, carnivorous pitcher plants, the shy gopher tortoise, numerous oak varieties, saw palmettos, yellow shafted flickers, warblers, owls and great blue herons. Call (912) 287-4900 for more information.
5653 Laura Walker Rd., Waycross, GA
Okefenokee Heritage Center
Established in 1975, the Center has displayed South Georgia's most important assets, its land and its people, both having withstood difficulty and endured. The foremost intent of Heritage Center's founders was to preserve the Okefenokee's rich heritage for the future generations. The railroad stories are intriguing and it is fitting that the railroad exhibits are the centerpiece of the Center. Call (912) 285-4260 for more information.
1460 N. Augusta Ave, Waycross, GA
Okefenokee Swamp Park
This wonderland of the Okefenokee is a significant part of America's heritage, a beautifully preserved segment of what was here when America began. Located in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, the Okefenokee Swamp Park is a convenient point of entry and a magnificent show-window for this natural wonderland. Call (912) 283-0583 for more information.
US 1 South, Waycross, GA
Southern Forest World
This Museum is dedicated to informing the public about the importance of the Forest industry in the South. The Forestry story is told by the use o both indoor and outdoor exhibit, so weather is rarely a factor when visiting. Indoor exhibits include a "talking tree", a replica of a Loblolly Pine tree that can be climbed and the locally famous "mummified dog". Outdoor exhibits are a fire tower, a giant Cypress tree, wagon wheels from mule-drivin logging carts and a steam-operated engine - Argent Lumber Company No. 3. All of these combine for a truly unique experience for all ages. Call (912) 285-4056 for more information.
1440 N. Augusta Ave., Waycross, GA
Waycross, A Main Street City
Visit Waycross' Historic District where you will find antiques shops and excellent dining facilities. Call (912) 283-3744 for more information.
315-A Plant Avenue, Waycross, GA