McQueen's Island Historic Trail

McQueen's Island Historic Trail is a 6-mile trail located in Savannah that is built along a stretch of the Savannah and Atlantic Railroad line. The trail provides an excursion for nature lovers and history buffs as it runs parallel to the South Channel of the Savannah River.

The railroad once carried passengers from Savannah to Tybee Island which was a beach resort, until a highway was built in 1923. While hiking along the trail hikers will cross short bridges which go over saltwater marshes, walk along cord grass, cabbage palm and coastal cedars. Interpretive signs are also located along the trail which list the native wildlife that is located in the area; these include alligators, bobcats, pelican and the eastern box turtle.

The trail has been built of a crushed rock foundation and also features 18 fitness stations allowing visitors to make their hike more of a work out if they wish. Hikers who choose to enjoy a relaxing hike can stop along the way at one of the 30 wooden benches and picnic tables where they can sit, relax and enjoy the area or even have a bite to eat.

McQueen's Trail was constructed through grants from I.S.T.E.A and the Department of Natural Resources along with many hours of labor and equipment that was donated by volunteers, to create a trail that could be enjoyed by walkers, joggers and other outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy nature and learn more about the history of the area.