Brunswick (Georgia) - General Info
Description:
Brunswick is the second largest economic area on the coast of Georgia after Savannah. The area includes a few notable historical maritime communities including Jekyll Island and St. Simons Island.
The area has been occupied since early in the history of colonial Americas. As recent as World War II, it was a base for shipbuilding (and airship building) and it is still possible to see the active submarine bases at Kings Bay.
The Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) services this area.
Entrance Notes and Cautions:
North of the Florida-Georgia state line, the area becomes particularly affected by the tides. Whilst the tides in Northern Florida is not particularly high, some tides in these estuaries of the Georgian Coast maybe 6-9 feet with accompanying accelerated flow with each cycle. Take special care when navigating in this area due to the dramatic tide and shallow waters. Running aground in the silty mud is commonplace.
Position:
31° 07.42’N, 81° 23.77’W (entrance to St Simonds Sound)
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As of September 2019 the large roll on/roll off cargo ship Golden Ray remains capsized directly off the main shipping channel entering St. Simon’s Sound. There is a restricted area around the vessel as salvage operations are underway, but navigation for recreational boats is not affected at this time. Check the St. Simons Sound Response web site for current information before entering the channel.
https://ssiresponse.com/
Golden lsles Cruisers Net at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2683791068318650/ is a great place to ask questions, network with fellow cruisers at each of the local marinas, and learn about local news and events.
Brunswick Landings Cruisers Net at https://www.facebook.com/groups/BLMcruisersnet/ is a great place to ask questions, network with fellow cruisers at Brunswick Landing, and learn about local news and events. Brunswick Landing Marina is well known for their active cruiser community, free beer and wine each week, social events and hospitality.
Pay attention to the tidal stream (current in US-speak) when entering the river from the open sea. The passage up to Brunswick landings is very straightforward and well marked. The marina offers very good facilities and there is a very active live aboard community based there. There are free bicycles to explore the town, which is pretty but rather quiet.