First Day Hike: Dawn of the 250th

Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 6:30 AM to 8 AM - Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA - Step into history as we welcome the new year and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Join us at sunrise over the Skidaway marsh, where the golden light will illuminate the same breathtaking coastal views seen in 1776. Together, we’ll reflect on how this coast has changed since the nation’s founding and look forward to the future, one sunrise at a time.

Celebrate this monumental moment with a commemorative 250th challenge coin, a limited-edition First Day Hike sticker, and a mini American flag to wave as the sun rises, symbolizing a new dawn for both our nation and the year ahead.

Meet at the Visitor Center at 6:30 AM. This is an easy-moderate 2.5–mile hike. Wear comfortable shoes, bring a flashlight, bug spray, and plenty of water.