Travel

This Georgia Beach Ranks Among The Best In The Nation: Report

Tripadvisor has released the top 25 best beaches in the United States. See which beach in Georgia made the list.

Out of the top 25 beaches to make the travel review website's list, Driftwood Beach took the No. 6 spot.
Out of the top 25 beaches to make the travel review website's list, Driftwood Beach took the No. 6 spot. (Shutterstock)

GEORGIA — If you're looking for the best spot to soak in some sun and sink your toes in the sand, you may want to take a trip to Driftwood Beach on Jekyll Island.

According to Tripadvisor's 2022 "Best of the Best," it has one of the best beaches in the country. Out of the top 25 beaches to make the travel review website's list, Driftwood Beach took the No. 6 spot.

“I can understand why they did filming from 'The Walking Dead' here. The oak trees are enormous. A must-see sight that is great for photographers," posted one featured reviewer.

Find out what's happening in Midtownwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

Driftwood Beach features ancient driftwood monuments that line the waterfront, creating an unforgettable backdrop, according to the Jekyll Island Authority's website.

USA Today has previously featured Driftwood Beach as one of the best Southern beaches for a weekend escape.

Find out what's happening in Midtownwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

On Tripadvisor, Driftwood Beach has more than 2,900 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 stars —not too shabby! It boasts at least 11 hotels, 1 bed & breakfasts/inns and 76 vacation rentals.

To view the complete list, click here.


Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.