Richard S. Bolt Visitor Center

The Richard S. Bolt Visitor Center is located south of Folkston, GA at the Suwannee Canal Recreation Area, the main entrance to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. Staff and volunteers are available to help plan your visit. 

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is open seven days a week, however the Richard S. Bolt Visitor Center hours vary seasonally. The visitor center is closed during Federal Holidays.

The Richard S. Bolt Visitor Center offers educational displays, informational brochures, an orientation film, restrooms, and a water bottle refilling station. 

The Friends of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge operate a nature store with educational books, postcards, and other souvenirs. All proceeds assist refuge projects.

Be sure to sign in at the guest register near the front door!