Folkston Vacation Rentals

Folkston Travel Guide

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city? Round up your group and head to Folkston in southeast Georgia. Enjoy the outdoors, watch the trains and enjoy historical sites in this city. Immerse yourself in southern hospitality, with delicious eateries and shopping experiences in the historic Downtown. Time your visit to coincide with the Okefenokee Festival -- the arts and crafts event is held every year and attracts a number of visitors. Here, you can buy gifts, sample food and enjoy the local entertainment.

Things to Do in Folkston

Top things to do in Folkston include spending the day at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. Explore the swamps, forests and prairies or head off on a hike at the park. There's also the option to go canoing and kayaking on the waters. You may even be able to spot an alligator or two, as well as egrets and herons. If you're a train enthusiast, you'll feel right at home on the Folkston Train Viewing Platform. Watch the different trains come in at the Folkston Funnel and afterwards, enjoy a picnic in one of the desginated areas.

Best Time to Visit Folkston

Visitors for the Okefenokee Festival arrive in October, with the popular event held every second Saturday of the month. The spring months are also a good time to visit, when the sun is out but it is not as intense as in the summer.

Price and Availability Index in Folkston

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The most expensive month to stay in a vacation rental in Folkston is in October, while the cheapest month is in August. The most popular time to book a vacation rental in Folkston is in the high season in March. Folkston has its low season in September, when less people are visiting and the vacation home occupancy rate drops.

The cheapest day to stay at a vacation rental in Folkston tends to be Sunday, while the most expensive day tends to be Friday. Vacation homes in Folkston tend to be busiest on Saturdays, while it tends to be much quieter on Tuesdays.

The weather in Folkston

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This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in Folkston. The warmest months in Folkston are June and May, when temperatures reach 96 ˚F. The coolest month is May, when temperatures drop to 14 ˚F. The wettest month in Folkston is September with 13.33 inches of rain, while the driest month is April with 0.74 inches of rain.