Near Chesser Island Boardwalk
At the end of the trail is a stair climb to overlook the swamp.
Near Chesser Island Boardwalk
One of the scenic outlooks along the trail.
Near Chesser Island Boardwalk
Chesser Prairie.

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Chesser Island Boardwalk

3.0 (3 Ratings)
A 3/4 mile elevated boardwalk ending at an observation tower overlooking the Okefenoke Wilderness.
0.7
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyViewsWildlife
Access Issues
Hours vary seasonally. Check the refuge website for current hours of operation.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.67mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
4ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
123ft
High Point
119ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the parking area, take an easy hike down the Chesser Island Boardwalk through the cypress trees draped with Spanish moss. It is easy to see the remnants of previous wildfires, including the most recent fire in 2011, which destroyed most of the boardwalk. Visitors will witness alligators, a variety of wading birds, and possibly sandhill cranes. All four seasons in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge are full of variety, and you are sure to see something different each time you come!

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Contributors
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