Spanning more than 30,000 acres across Georgia and South Carolina, the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge has been a haven for native and migratory species since 1927. Visitors come to hike and fish, while keeping an eye out for resident wildlife like alligators, raccoons, and herons. Today, it's a large wildlife refuge in this lowland coastal region, with freshwater marshlands, ponds, hardwood forests, and raised dikes. Located just 10 miles north of Savannah, the refuge makes an easy day trip from the city. More than 130 species of bird are found within the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, per the official government page, but over 290 have been recorded throughout the years on eBird, making it a hit with birdwatchers.