Just off the coast of Georgia are the Golden Isles, a series of renowned and beautiful islands. Among the Golden Isles is Jekyll Island, a treasure of quiet beaches, early American history, wildlife, and limited development. Today known as “the people’s island,” in the late 19th and early 20th centuries Jekyll was the playground of America’s wealthiest tycoons, who built seasonal mansions for their families on the leeward side of the island.

Jekyll Island of the 21st century is a great place for a family vacation. The island offers many attractions, yet without the glitz of a Disney World or the chicness of nearby St. Simon’s Island. And while Cumberland Island National Seashore, lying immediately to the south of Jekyll, is the largest coastal sanctuary among the Golden Isles, Jekyll is perhaps the most accessible island sanctuary along the eastern seaboard.

This site is the story of Jekyll Island through a camera lens. Pictured above is Driftwood Beach in the early morning hours. To the right, the marshes of Jekyll attract many seabirds in search of a meal. Deer, racoons, rabbits and other small mammals also inhabit the marshes.

Explore my photo gallery to see more of the natural beauty and historic charm of Jekyll Island. Order prints by clicking on one of the shopping cart options to the left of individual photos.

Also, featured in the far right-hand section of this page (and the site at large) are links to non-profit Jekyll Island websites, as well as links to more of my photography, including many of America’s national parks. In addition, the Fine Art America link provides the option of ordering framed prints and canvas wraps of select photographs.

NOTE: All images utilized within this web site are copyrighted by Bruce Gourley.