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Great views of the water and lighthouse. Pier was clean and in good shape. Lots of fisherman hanging out as to be expected.
Visiting the pier was the absolute best part of our trip! We ended each evening with dinner then a walk along all of the shops stopping by the pier, the playground and a visit down one of the staircases to look at the water up close so pretty!! The views are absolutely breathtaking. When we went it was busy but it didn't feel overly busy because there is so much space. People were fishing, walking around, shopping and enjoying the night I really felt like I was in a Hallmark movie lol! The playground was bustling with kids well after dark the playground equipment was well maintained and for all ages. Lots of spots to sit and enjoy the views. All in all it was the perfect place to end each evening!
Just a basic fishing pier with very friendly locals. One guy told us the whole story begind the Golden Ray cargo ship that capsized and Dan and is laying on its left side. They are set to remove it in October and that would be really cool to watch! The pier has great views of the water and Lighthouse and nearby bridge. It is very peaceful here.
Nice large pier to view lighthouse, fish, relax. It is 1/2 way covered and has a cool breeze. Lots of places to sit
I suspect this place is loved more by locals than a big tourist destination. While it has several typical touristy shops this quaint spot gives off more small town beach vibes than anything else. Beautiful walks next to the ocean, a large pier for fishing or relaxing and a beautiful light house for a picturesque backdrop. Even on a hot evening, the breeze from the ocean keeps you comfortable. The walking path is well cared for with plenty of benches to stop, sit and enjoy the views. There was plenty of parking, places to eat and stores to shop in. The lighthouse is attached to a museum and you are able to wander the grounds and read about the local history. Of note, I didn't notice any beach access in this area if you are looking for that.
This is a nice fishing pier. I got a kick out of the "No Drone Zone" signs. They have fishing measuring areas to prevent illegal catches. They have a fish cleaning station. They also have contact information for injured sea turtles, which I greatly appreciate as a sea turtle lover. You can get a nice view of the lighthouse from the pier as well.
The Pier is simply breathtaking, with the view of the water and lighthouse you can see in the distance!We visited here to see family on 2/5/18 for the first time and they had some neat little shops near by we checked out, as well as quite a few restaurants! They also have a park nearby for kids to have fun! If your in the area and looking for the perfect tourist spot to visit, I would recommend stopping by this well known place! I know we had a lot of fun!
Love this pier! It's right in Neptune Park. Best views approaching the pier from the SSI Lighthouse. There is a busker or two playing live music at sunset. The guy I saw was excellent. He played rhythm while he did guitar too, didn't miss a beat. Thought it was a band when I approached. Wish I had a video but I was chasing my toddler. And speaking of, this pier is really not safe for young kids. The railing can easily let small kids slip through, and there are gaps at the dock end, where boats are still using it to land, so more danger zones. If you can strap little ones in a stroller, that will allow you to best enjoy the pier! Views of Jekyll and Sidney Lanier Bridge, as well as looking back at SSI, all so cool! And with sunset and music too, oh so amazing!!!
Very nice pier that has some branches to spread out. Fishing must be allowed from the pier. Many people were fishing and netting from the pier. There is a shark jaw on display that was caught there. Enjoy the photos, I will see you on Yelp. Happy Yelping
While I can't speak for the fishing at the pier, the views are fantastic and the proximity to the retail center of St. Simons couldn't be better! Always a busy place the St. Simons Islam Pier is a stopping point for every visit we make make to the area. There is a great view of the lighthouse and the best look at the current salvage operation, where a grounded cargo ship is literally being cut in sections by a massive band saw! Today we saw a huge kite being flown from the pier that the operator had a chest mounted winch to keep it under control. Definitely a nice place to visit when visiting or maybe even trying your luck at catching dinner?
For those of you, Gentle Readers, who have thought, "Can't this guy write a short review," take heart, for here 'tis. After a nice shrimp lunch at Iguana's, Peg and I decided to take a stroll to the pier. It wasn't far, just about three blocks past other restaurants and shops, even one offering to rent all you need to go fishing or crabbing. The pier is excellently maintained. It was very clean and, despite some reviews mentioning unpleasant smells, there were none at this time. It was fairly deserted except for a few tourists like us--and the seabirds, of course. The covered section has long rows of benches on either side of the walkway. Sitting there, listening to the water moving against the pylons, will instantly calm frayed nerves and make one right with the world. It's a perfect place to bring a picnic lunch or just a snack. And it must be a popular place to do just that as within a minute of seating ourselves, seagulls started hitting us up for food. And I swear they had indignant looks on their faces when they discovered we had none! The pier is located by Neptune Beach with its adjacent park; so turn the kids loose and give yourself a few minutes of blessed silence.
The king and prince resort recommend we come check this place out. I was very impressed with park and pier overall. It's pretty big, open, clean and plenty places to sit and relax. I didn't see much people fishing but more people strolling, chilling on the benches and bike riding in the area. Convenient because it's near shops and restaurants.
If you ever get mad at your boat and want to sell it go here first. This disgusting pier will make you remember why you purchased a boat. It took a few minutes to get the cigarette stench out of my nose. I didn't see anything caught studying the few minutes we were there.
2 months ago
A Special Visitor at the St. Simons Pier This Morning MoonPie and I were at the pier this morning when an angler accidentally caught a sea turtle. Thankfully, the turtle was handled carefully, the hook was removed, and it was released back into the ocean where it belongs. It swam away strong, which was mighty good to see. You never know what you'll witness at the St. Simons Pier. One minute MoonPie is visiting with everybody walking by, and the next minute we're watching a sea turtle get a second chance. Just another memorable morning on St. Simons Island. Have you ever seen a sea turtle near the pier? #StSimonsIsland #SaintSimonsIslandOnMyMind #StSimonsPier #SeaTurtle #MoonPie #GeorgiaCoast #IslandLife read more
A lovely spot to grab some pictures! We came to this area of the island to do some shopping and strolled down to look out over the ocean. It's a really great spot to go fishing or sit and chill. Lots of people, but it's still calm. I loved being able to take pictures with the lighthouse and soak in the sunshine. Make sure you stroll down this way! read more
1 year ago
Visiting the pier was the absolute best part of our trip! We ended each evening with dinner then a walk along all of the shops stopping by the pier, the playground and a visit down one of the staircases to look at the water up close so pretty!! The views are absolutely breathtaking. When we went it was busy but it didn't feel overly busy because there is so much space. People were fishing, walking around, shopping and enjoying the night I really felt like I was in a Hallmark movie lol! The playground was bustling with kids well after dark the playground equipment was well maintained and for all ages. Lots of spots to sit and enjoy the views. All in all it was the perfect place to end each evening! read more
5 months ago
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6 years ago
Just a basic fishing pier with very friendly locals. One guy told us the whole story begind the Golden Ray cargo ship that capsized and Dan and is laying on its left side. They are set to remove it in October and that would be really cool to watch! The pier has great views of the water and Lighthouse and nearby bridge. It is very peaceful here. read more
4 years ago
Nice large pier to view lighthouse, fish, relax. It is 1/2 way covered and has a cool breeze. Lots of places to sit read more
I suspect this place is loved more by locals than a big tourist destination. While it has several typical touristy shops this quaint spot gives off more small town beach vibes than anything else. Beautiful walks next to the ocean, a large pier for fishing or relaxing and a beautiful light house for a picturesque backdrop. Even on a hot evening, the breeze from the ocean keeps you comfortable. The walking path is well cared for with plenty of benches to stop, sit and enjoy the views. There was plenty of parking, places to eat and stores to shop in. The lighthouse is attached to a museum and you are able to wander the grounds and read about the local history. Of note, I didn't notice any beach access in this area if you are looking for that. read more
2 years ago
This is a nice fishing pier. I got a kick out of the "No Drone Zone" signs. They have fishing measuring areas to prevent illegal catches. They have a fish cleaning station. They also have contact information for injured sea turtles, which I greatly appreciate as a sea turtle lover. You can get a nice view of the lighthouse from the pier as well. read more
8 years ago
The Pier is simply breathtaking, with the view of the water and lighthouse you can see in the distance!We visited here to see family on 2/5/18 for the first time and they had some neat little shops near by we checked out, as well as quite a few restaurants! They also have a park nearby for kids to have fun! If your in the area and looking for the perfect tourist spot to visit, I would recommend stopping by this well known place! I know we had a lot of fun! read more
5 years ago
Love this pier! It's right in Neptune Park. Best views approaching the pier from the SSI Lighthouse. There is a busker or two playing live music at sunset. The guy I saw was excellent. He played rhythm while he did guitar too, didn't miss a beat. Thought it was a band when I approached. Wish I had a video but I was chasing my toddler. And speaking of, this pier is really not safe for young kids. The railing can easily let small kids slip through, and there are gaps at the dock end, where boats are still using it to land, so more danger zones. If you can strap little ones in a stroller, that will allow you to best enjoy the pier! Views of Jekyll and Sidney Lanier Bridge, as well as looking back at SSI, all so cool! And with sunset and music too, oh so amazing!!! read more
Very nice pier that has some branches to spread out. Fishing must be allowed from the pier. Many people were fishing and netting from the pier. There is a shark jaw on display that was caught there. Enjoy the photos, I will see you on Yelp. Happy Yelping read more
While I can't speak for the fishing at the pier, the views are fantastic and the proximity to the retail center of St. Simons couldn't be better! Always a busy place the St. Simons Islam Pier is a stopping point for every visit we make make to the area. There is a great view of the lighthouse and the best look at the current salvage operation, where a grounded cargo ship is literally being cut in sections by a massive band saw! Today we saw a huge kite being flown from the pier that the operator had a chest mounted winch to keep it under control. Definitely a nice place to visit when visiting or maybe even trying your luck at catching dinner? read more
For those of you, Gentle Readers, who have thought, "Can't this guy write a short review," take heart, for here 'tis. After a nice shrimp lunch at Iguana's, Peg and I decided to take a stroll to the pier. It wasn't far, just about three blocks past other restaurants and shops, even one offering to rent all you need to go fishing or crabbing. The pier is excellently maintained. It was very clean and, despite some reviews mentioning unpleasant smells, there were none at this time. It was fairly deserted except for a few tourists like us--and the seabirds, of course. The covered section has long rows of benches on either side of the walkway. Sitting there, listening to the water moving against the pylons, will instantly calm frayed nerves and make one right with the world. It's a perfect place to bring a picnic lunch or just a snack. And it must be a popular place to do just that as within a minute of seating ourselves, seagulls started hitting us up for food. And I swear they had indignant looks on their faces when they discovered we had none! The pier is located by Neptune Beach with its adjacent park; so turn the kids loose and give yourself a few minutes of blessed silence. read more
The king and prince resort recommend we come check this place out. I was very impressed with park and pier overall. It's pretty big, open, clean and plenty places to sit and relax. I didn't see much people fishing but more people strolling, chilling on the benches and bike riding in the area. Convenient because it's near shops and restaurants. read more
2 years ago
If you ever get mad at your boat and want to sell it go here first. This disgusting pier will make you remember why you purchased a boat. It took a few minutes to get the cigarette stench out of my nose. I didn't see anything caught studying the few minutes we were there. read more
The St. Simons Island Pier is a nice casual ending to a beach day. Located in the Village, it's a no frills attraction where people watching and shark fisherman take the main stage. There is plenty of parking nearby and it's free and open to the public. So grab an ice cream, and a bench, and watch the stunning Golden Isle sunset from the pier. A delightful way to close a beautiful day. read more
We visited St. Simons Pier every day of our trip. The public pier is one of the island's main attractions which makes it good for people watching and other activities: Taking selfies with the St. Simons Lighthouse or photographing the shoreline Watching locals pull up crab traps and reel in fish Watching the sunrise/sunset Listening to musicians play guitar or harmonica for spare change Birdwatching Taking in views of Jekyll Island to the south Wondering about the contents of massive cargo ships in the distance The pier is well maintained with a sturdy boardwalk and rails on all sides. Unlike other piers I've visited, all the boards are nailed down tight so it feels safe as you stroll. The main drag is shaded but the far side is exposed to the sun; both have multiple benches. People enjoy the pier at all hours but I preferred our morning visits when there was less traffic. I wish there was a pier like this in Atlanta! read more
Where else to go on a friday on St. Simons Island and watch the sun go down. Where else could you enjoy not only the beauty but feel the wind as it whips through your hair, and watch the waves come in and trash against the rocks. St. Simons Island Pier is a beautiful place to be romantically with the one you love or going on a date but its also a great place to go for a family outing. I love the smell of the air The breeze through my hair, against my skin and the ripple of my dress blowing in the wind. Would I recommend this Pier? Yes Would I come back to this Pier? Yes I hope this review was helpful and I hope your day is going well SYOY read more
Peaceful is the best way to explain this part of the island. There were tons of people fishing along the pier. There are steps that lead to the beach front under the pier where you can walk and enjoy the water. There were two large parks for kids to play at and plenty of seating. There was also a bbq pit and people were grilling. Plenty of shade. Many stores along the strip to explore and grab souvenirs. read more
I've been to Saint Simons several times and always take a walk on the pier. Usually it is in the off season so it's not so crazy. I would definitely recommend going then. I'm not as much a fan of it on a hot weekend day when there are tons of people and it reeks of raw chicken (from fishermen). read more
5 years ago
Absolutely love this pier. So many fond memories of my family vacations and seeing my daddy fishing. Now I love to sit and watch others fish and crab. Whether you are looking to fish or take a stroll this pier is the best! read more
13 years ago
When I think about Saint Simons I think the Village and I think the pier in the village. The St. Simons Island Pier always brings back great memories of my childhood when my parents would load us up in the car make the trip down to SSI; we would always stay in the Village and walk out on the pier to watch those fishing in the evenings after dinner and again early in the morning to watch the sun rise. I still do the same each year when I visit SSI. I think my wife thinks it's just a pier and that I'm crazy for liking it so much, but it's a lot more than just a pier to me. read more
8 years ago
Beautiful view well maintained nice town with lots of shops and restaurants all in walking distance. read more
6 years ago
11 years ago
Small but cute pier, pretty relaxing! Not a whole lot of stores, prefect for a quiet get-away! Came here during peaches to beaches, didn't stay long but enjoyed it. read more
8 years ago
It was a beautiful fall evening so we drove out to St. Simons Island. St. Simons is part of what is known as the Golden Isles. The area is much quieter and more laid back than other coastal resort islands such as Hilton Head or Amelia Island. We strolled around the small downtown area and made our way to the pier to view the sunset. The view from the pier was fantastic. In addition to many small restaurants and small shops there are bike and walking paths along the waterfront and a lighthouse and museum, though it was closed when we arrived. I would highly recommend a trip to St. Simons to experience the natural beauty and historical sites such as the Lighthouse Museum and Fort Frederica. read more
7 years ago
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