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- SailordiveExplorerWe were at both last weekend. Skidaway is more resort like, even has cable. I like the rustic feel of McAlister. Both have nice trails. The historic site at McAlister is nice. There are also two boat ramps and two fishing piers at McCaliister and a nice river to canoe or paddle. There is a boat ramp near Skidaway but I would not paddle the narrows due to the currents. The noseeums and mosquitos were out at both.
- modern_familyExplorerWe loved Ft. M. Never been to skidaway, but we when looking into both, we specifically chose the fort due to its' surroundings and sites. Very nice campground! The fort itself is a nice couple of hours of exploring for something to do.
- Retired_JSOExplorerI can tell you if the wind is calm and the temperatures are 70+ degrees, the (flying teeth) gnats will carry you out of Fort Mcallister. The campground sits across an earthen bridge in the middle of a salt marsh on Savage Island.
- jaycocamprsExplorerBeaker has it right Fort McAllister is more rustic, 30 amp power and dump station. Skidaway Island is more RV park like, with some 50 amp sewer sites. And as said above Skidaway Island is much closer to downtown Savannah and Tybee Island.
- BeakerExplorerI have stayed in both, can't lose either way but Skidaway may be closer drive to Savannah.
I think Skidaway has a "cleaner" look with MCallister more "woodsy". - magnusfideExplorer IIRVing is about what you prefer, not what the crowds do. Your choice will depend on what you like and what you plan to do. If you want to tour Savannah -- Skidaway.
If you want an historic and family oriented setting-- Ft M. - padredwNomadEnjoyed Skidaway and would recommend it,
but do not know anything about Fort McAllister. - beemerphile1ExplorerI've never been to Fort Mc Allister but I did like Skidaway.
- TPUCExplorerThey have just redone the sites at Skid A Way they are nice. Great location as well.
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