St. Marys Howard Gilman Memorial Waterfront Park
St. Marys Howard Gilman Memorial Waterfront Park
St. Marys Howard Gilman Memorial Waterfront Park
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- vhash77North Wilkesboro, North Carolina1,088 contributionsBeautiful parkA very beautiful water front park. We enjoyed walking around and seeing the different areas of the park. We didn't stay in St Mary's, just found this park to enjoy our evening before traveling to our next destination. The swings are a nice added touch to enjoy, however, they do need a little attention. Truly a relaxing place to spend an evening.Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 February 2024
- Donna G22 contributionsOur new favorite parkMy husband and I walked to this park everyday from the Goodbread B&B which is right around the corner. Very beautiful park very friendly people. Swings and benches over looking the water. A little store where we purchased snow cones. We also met the local birds Fred & Barney. Very family friendly, pet friendly park.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 26 February 2024
- Ansatu CAthens, Georgia28 contributionsTime travel, seashore and shellsAmazing, from the moment I stepped off the coach van. The brick design sidewalk. Greeted by riverfront marina. Shops nearby. Walking trails, exotic 🪴 🌿 plants and swings to enjoy a coastal view.Visited August 2024Travelled soloWritten 10 August 2024
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rosehall158
Brunswick, GA84 contributions
Jul 2020 • Friends
After a great lunch, we ventured over to the park. Oh how Beautiful and Clean! People were very friendly and the weather was absolutely wonderful. Blue skies and the view from the benches by the boardwalk to the sea and the fountain was awesomeq. We watched boats go in and out and Jet skiers have fun. We enjoyed a great afternoon.
Written 26 July 2020
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RiverPirate
St. Marys, GA30 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Picture a charming little park with majestic coastal oaks dripping with moss. Large porch swings offer the perfect place to view the Saint Marys river delta and its activities. You will find neighborhood kids frolicking in the playground, locals walking their dog, couples conversing intimately, and families picnicking in the pavilion. If you are lucky, there will be live music in the gazebo. If you are looking for a beautiful respite from the daily hustle and bustle, this is it. Simply magical.
Written 22 April 2023
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John C
91 contributions
Feb 2022 • Friends
I wanted to check out this small town and finally had the opportunity to do so. This park is the central area in downtown St. Mary's. It overlooks the waterway and the boat docks. It is super clean and just a relaxing place to be. The sunrise and sunset there are pretty epic. Enjoy my pictures
Written 6 March 2022
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DCLMom
North Carolina855 contributions
May 2020
We took a detour off of I-95 to check out St Marys. We have passed the exit for years and always wanted to check it out. It’s a really cute and historic town, the waterfront park is beautiful. We walked along the riverfront to take in the views. It was nice to see families having picnics and others just sitting on the swings relaxing. It was a great distraction from the interstate.
Written 3 June 2020
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Pierre1999
Fort Lauderdale, FL474 contributions
May 2021
Best part of St Marys, in my view. I was pleasantly surprised on a recent trip through there. The park was clean, people sitting on the benches talking, kids playing. It reminded me of a tiny "Battery Park" in Charleston. A couple restaurants were nearby, if interested in grabbing a bite, or taking to the park for a short while.
Written 5 June 2021
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Mel4osu
Powell, OH180 contributions
Nov 2021
We very much enjoyed walking through the park every day. We stayed in an Airbnb very close by and this park was a pleasant surprise. So clean and we enjoyed the fountain plus the swings all by the water.
Written 21 November 2021
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DL on a River
St. Marys, GA152 contributions
Jun 2019 • Friends
This lovely waterfront park is a distinctive feature of our sweet town. Have often walked by evenings or weekends when there is a wedding in the gazebo. Strolling, benches, swings and of course the view of the St. Mary's River over to FL and Cumberland Island.
Construction nearby nearing completion. Good parking again available.
Construction nearby nearing completion. Good parking again available.
Written 26 June 2019
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Mike B
Greenville, SC606 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
Wife and I were visiting St. Marys for a few days, and the park was right next to our restaurant for dinner so we checked it out. It's beautiful - right on the river, with benches, swings, a playground, and a big gazebo at the water's edge, which I bet is a great place to watch the sunsets. Unfortunately, it was cloudy that night so the sunset was a no-show. You could take a picnic out here if you wanted. There were some girls getting professional photos taken for their birthdays, and it happened to be homecoming weekend for the local high school, so a lot of the students were around town, all dressed up. It was fun.
Written 30 September 2018
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Michael B
St. Marys, GA34 contributions
May 2018 • Friends
from the amphitheater, swinging benches, or the docks, you are surrounded by the south when you step in to this park. plenty to see, a free local library, always some fun activity, or even catch a wedding on your weekend walk this is a special park that is a must visit!
Written 29 May 2018
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eryr k
Lexington, SC296 contributions
Feb 2018 • Family
For years St. Mary's was that last cheap gas stop before entering Florida, more recently it has become a destination for it's peaceful, quiet - low development sea island/small town marina atmosphere. One of the key features is Gilman Park. I particularly have enjoyed sitting and relaxing, probably falling asleep as well, in the quiet laziness of twilight. Perfect outdoor reflective space.
Written 5 March 2018
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Is there RV parking available?
Written 22 December 2018
Seems like johnroyal answered your question very thoroughly. lol good luck and merry Christmas!!!
Written 23 December 2018
Sassafras478
Cochran, Georgia
Is there a beach here? Is there a place for swimming?
Written 13 April 2017
There is no beach here. There also is no beach at Crooked River State Park as another answer suggested. There are beaches at Cumberland Island accessible by ferry or at Jekyll Island and St Simons Island accessible by car.
Written 21 June 2017
Is this a dog-friendly area? Will be camping at Crooked River State Park and will have our dog with us. Looks like a nice place for a stroll outside of the park.
Written 11 December 2016
Yes. Dogs need to be leashed, and there are containers with plastic bags and receptacles to deposit your pets waste.
Written 11 December 2016
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