There is something so uniquely fascinating about a place that remains relatively untouched, allowing nature and wildlife to thrive every step of the way. That’s how it feels on St. Catherine’s Island in Georgia. This beautiful island is part of the Golden Isles off the coast of the United States, just 20 miles south of Savannah. The interior of the island, unlike many other islands in the area, is solely open for educational, scientific, and literary purposes, which means that it remains uninhabited and purely stunning. Check out what this drone video caught of the island below…

St. Catherine’s Island in Georgia is a largely uninhabited, undisturbed barrier island off the coast of the United States.

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This beautiful island features nearly 15,000-acres, almost half of which are wetlands, salt marshes, woodlands, and tidal marshes.

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The island, which is owned by the Saint Catherines Island Foundation is not open to the public, aside from the beach which is used for educational and scientific purposes.

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The island has a fascinating history, as it was inhabited for at least 4000 years, and was the site of the very first Spanish outpost in the state of Georgia.

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Today, the island remains much of a natural wonder for many, and aims to promote the conservation of natural resources, as well as the survival of endangered species.

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Declared a National Historic Landmark in the 1960s, St. Catherine’s Island is one of the most untouched areas in Georgia’s history.

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While the general public cannot access the island at their leisure, we’ll rely on the stunning drone footage to give us a glimpse of all the endless natural beauty.

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Explore the island with the help of this sky-high drone footage as you enjoy one of the most magnificent natural places in the state.

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You can view the entire Vimeo drone video, created by Steve Brandford, Anthony Martin, Michael Page, and Alison High of St. Catherine’s Island by clicking here.

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Have you ever been to St. Catherine’s Island in Georgia before? We’d love to hear from you in the comments section! Or if you have more drone footage of places throughout Georgia, make sure to send them our way!

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