Village Creek (Harrington)

The Village Creek boat ramp in Harrington, Georgia provides convenient access to Village Creek and the surrounding waterways on St. Simons Island. Recently renovated with a new 14-foot wide, 8-inch thick concrete ramp, this access site offers an improved experience for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized boaters.

Village Creek is a tidal creek that flows into the Turtle River, eventually reaching the Atlantic Ocean. The creek offers a peaceful, protected paddle through salt marsh and tidal forests, with the potential to spot wildlife like herons, egrets, and even the occasional dolphin. While the creek is generally calm, paddlers should be aware of changing tides and currents.

The Village Creek boat ramp provides the closest public access point to explore this tranquil coastal waterway. With its recently upgraded facilities, the site is well-suited for launching small non-motorized and motorized watercraft. Nearby recreation areas like Fort Frederica National Monument and Wolf Island National Wildlife Refuge offer opportunities to extend your coastal adventure.