Darien, Georgia: Fishing & Boating
Fisherman Reel In Channel Catfish from Darien Docks. Amazing Video: Anglers reel in big catfish
Fishing Information and Regulations
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NON-BOATING FISHING SITES
Darien Waterfront Dock: From Interstate 95, take Exit 49 east on GA Hwy 251 for 1.2 miles to U.S. Hwy 17. Turn right (south) 1.2 miles to Broad Street at the foot of the Darien River Bridge. Turn right, go one block to Screven Street, then turn left. The newly-restored DDA Waterfront Dock is behind Skipper's Fish Camp & Restaurant. ADA-accessible. Lights.
Butler River Bridge: From Interstate 95, take Exit 49 east on GA Hwy 251 for 1.2 miles to U.S. Hwy 17. Turn right (south) 2 miles to the Butler River Bridge (2nd bridge). Parking area on the right at either end of bridge. 50-inch-wide gap between concrete barriers provides ADA access. 3 picnic tables with benches. Fishing from either side of bridge allows anglers to take advantage of tides.
Champney River Bridge Catwalk: From Interstate 95, take Exit 49 east on GA Hwy 251 for 1.2 miles to U.S. Hwy 17. Turn right (south) 3.3 miles to the Champney River Bridge (3rd bridge). Parking area on left past bridge. ADA-accessible. Porta-Lets, lights and non-potable fresh water available.
Darien, Georgia, City Boat Ramp and Docks
BOAT RAMPS
Darien City Boat Ramp (west of the US Hwy 17 Bridge over the Darien River): This is a public boat ramp and docks. There are lights and 6 parking spaces for vehicles pulling trailers. There is also a strict, 6-hour tie-up limit. Long-term mooring is not permitted.
From Interstate 95, take Exit 49 east on GA HWY 251 for 1.2 miles to U.S. HWY 17. Turn right (south) 1.2 miles to Broad Street. Turn right before crossing Darien River Bridge. Go 1 block and turn left on Screven St. Single-lane boat ramp is at bottom of bluff.
The Waterfront Park Docks (east of the US Hwy 17 Bridge over the Darien River): These docks offer long-term mooring for a FEE. Contact the McIntosh County Development Authority at 912-437-6659.
Champney River Boat Ramp: This is double-lane public boat ramp on deep water with non-potable fresh water for washing boats & trailers, parking for up to 50 vehicles pulling trailers, lights, and Porta-Lets. From Interstate 95, take Exit 49 east on GA HWY 251 for 1.2 miles to U.S. HWY 17. Turn right (south), go 3.3 miles and cross the Champney River Bridge (3rd bridge). Turn left into parking area at south end of bridge.
Two Way Fish Camp Boat Ramp: Offers sling launch and retrieve; which many people prefer to save their trailers from rusting. Not a public ramp; so fees apply. Facilities include commercial boat yard, restaurant and docks. For information, call (912) 265-6944/0410.
From Interstate 95, take Exit 49 south on GA HWY 251 for 1.2 miles to U.S. HWY 17. Turn right (south) , go 3.3 miles and cross the Champney River Bridge. Continue south a short distance, cross the Altamaha River Bridge and turn left at the sign for the "Two Way Fish Camp."
