The Lodge on Little St. Simons Island

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The Lodge on Little St. Simons Island Little St. Simons Island is a private island ecolodge set on 11,000 acres of wilderness with 7 miles of beach. Simons Island awaits your discovery.
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Prized for its pristine natural beauty, gracious hospitality and secluded worlds-away appeal, Little St. One of the crown jewels of Georgia's famed Golden Isles, Little St. Simons Island offers 7 miles of pristine beaches and 11,000 acres of undeveloped wilderness for exploration and relaxation. Privately owned and accessible only by boat, Little St. Simons Island has retained the charm and unhurried pace of coastal living. Moss draped live oaks and glistening marshes surround cozy accommodations for no more than 32 overnight guests. The island is a paradise for nature lovers and offers a host of recreational, naturalist-led experiences including birding, boating, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, bicycling, interpretive tours, beach combing, fishing and swimming. Creature comforts include gracious accommodations in six charming cottages, delicious family style meals featuring seed-to-table ingredients from the islands own organic garden and genuine Southern hospitality. Simons Island is an ideal getaway for individuals, groups, families, family reunions, retreats and business meetings. All meals, beverages including sodas, b**r & w**e, use of island recreational gear, and daily-offered interpretive island excursions are included in the overnight rates. The Lodge on Little St. Simons Island has received much acclaim including: “ #1 in the Top 20 Resorts in the South, #5 in the Top 10 Best Resorts in the U.S. and #49 in the Top 50 Best Resorts in the World” by Condé Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards 2016, “Gold List” by Condé Nast Traveler 2013, “Adventure Bucket List” by Outside Magazine 2013, “Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor 2011-2015 and “No. 1 Resort in the Mainland U.S.” by Condé Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards 2007.

10/23/2026

A walk along the shore as the tide comes in can be a great time to look for shorebirds and ocean treasures washing in on the waves. Did you know? The ocean tends to get rougher during the winter, and the scouring waves and king tides during this time of year shape the topography of the beach. You may see where the tides carve away some sections of the beach and build up other areas. The wave action redistributing nutrients along the beach makes the beach system dynamic and productive for many species of wildlife and plants.

The seasonal cycles of plants, wildlife, weather, and the ocean offer daily opportunities to notice something new and ap...
10/20/2026

The seasonal cycles of plants, wildlife, weather, and the ocean offer daily opportunities to notice something new and appreciate the wonders of the natural world. On Little St. Simons Island, you’ll always be rewarded with a wildlife sighting or cool nature find if you slow down to enjoy the world around you. Island guests can join the LSSI Naturalists on a natural history adventure to enjoy a ramble through diverse coastal habitats. See what you can find!
Species spotlight: the waterspider bog orchid (Habenaria repens) can be found in the remote freshwater wetlands on LSSI. For much of the year, the low-growing green leaves could be easily overlooked. However, the tall stalk of blooms that emerges once per year surely makes an impression. We’ve found that fall is the best time to spot the unusual, spindly flowers on these unique plants.
📸 : General Manager Jamie Pazur

Longer nights and cooler weather make for the best stargazing! 🌠 The dark sky around Little St. Simons Island makes it e...
10/15/2026

Longer nights and cooler weather make for the best stargazing! 🌠 The dark sky around Little St. Simons Island makes it easy to spot meteor showers and satellites. During evening programs, Island staff can set up spotting scopes to help you view the moon, planets, and constellations. Sometimes we even catch sight of the International Space Station passing overhead!
Have you stargazed on LSSI? 🌟
📸 : Phillip Murdaco

10/13/2026

The Skimmer is our largest ferry, seating 30+ guests for trips to and from Little St. Simons Island. The views from the boat’s deck are unbeatable while journeying along the river and tidal creeks. There’s always a chance to spot dolphins, ospreys, eagles, and more while cruising on The Skimmer!
Do you have a fund Skimmer story or special wildlife sighting? Share it in the comments below!

We’re excited to announce that The Lodge on Little St Simons Island has been recognized (again!) as one of the Best Reso...
10/11/2026

We’re excited to announce that The Lodge on Little St Simons Island has been recognized (again!) as one of the Best Resorts in the South by Condé Nast Traveler. It’s all thanks to you, the people who love this place and voted for us - we appreciate you so much! Hope to see you again soon on the island where nature is the luxury.

“Muhly grass, also known as sweetgrass, is spectacular on Little St. Simons in the fall—even more so when its soft pink ...
10/09/2026

“Muhly grass, also known as sweetgrass, is spectacular on Little St. Simons in the fall—even more so when its soft pink panicles catch the early morning light. Here it has colonized the low dunes and swales on the north end of the island along with dollar w**d, broomsedge, sea oats, and wax myrtles.”
– Philip Juras: Sweet Muhly Sunrise.
The location depicted is on the footpath at the end of the road to Sancho Panza Beach. This painting is displayed at the Lodge on Little St. Simons Island, where you can view it in-person during a visit to the Island!

10/06/2026

What do fall colors look like on the Georgia coast? We don’t see a big leaf change, but flowers put on quite a show! Maritime grasslands burst with goldenrod and muhly grass blooms throughout September and October, heralding the end of summer. Around this time, we also see a great influx in migratory birds and butterflies, adding to the riots of color across the Island. While blooming seasons and migratory stopovers can be fleeting, we make the most of every opportunity to appreciate the nature on Little St. Simons Island!

Our owner, Hank Paulson, recently shared a report jointly undertaken by his institute, TNC, and the WWF – https://www.pa...
10/03/2026

Our owner, Hank Paulson, recently shared a report jointly undertaken by his institute, TNC, and the WWF – https://www.paulsoninstitute.org/conservation/financing-nature-2026/ He shared two things that especially resonated with us here on the island. The first: visitors to LSSI “…discover something increasingly rare in modern life: the opportunity to slow down, pay attention, and appreciate the natural world.” And second: Nature “…is a source of beauty, inspiration, innovation, indeed, of much that is good about life.” We completely agree, and are so grateful to Hank & Wendy for preserving LSSI for generations to come, and their continuing work in conservation, both here on the island and in the wider world.

Scroll through for some great seats around the island to slow down and appreciate the natural world from - which is your favorite?

Sea turtle nesting season is nearly over. While we are going to miss finding new crawls and counting hatchlings, we are ...
10/02/2026

Sea turtle nesting season is nearly over. While we are going to miss finding new crawls and counting hatchlings, we are pleased that another summer of successful turtle nesting is complete. Staff, researchers, and volunteers have documented every turtle crawl and nest on LSSI for over 30 years! All of the information we gather is shared with Georgia Dept. of Natural Resources to help advance sea turtle conservation across the state and beyond. Here’s a recap of the 2026 nesting season on Little St. Simons Island:
First nest: May 7th
Total nests: 209
Total eggs laid: 24,055 (estimated)
Hatchlings: 16,000 and counting! 5 nests are still incubating.
We want to say a big “thank you!” to the DNR staff, LSSI staff, and volunteers who contributed to this year’s sea turtle conservation. 🐢 All of our sea turtle work is completed by trained individuals with the necessary permits. We share our data with Georgia DNR to advance the conservation of sea turtles in our region.

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1000 Hampton River Club Marina Drive
Saint Simons Island, GA
31522

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+19126387472

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