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Kings Bottom Trail

Kings Bay, Georgia · Camden County

Kings Bottom Trail is a easy hiking trail near Kings Bay in Camden County, Georgia.. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.

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30.86609, -81.44580

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Kings Bottom Trail

Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.

Avg High97°F

Avg Low76°F

Peak Rain Chance20%

Humidity72%

UV (avg)8

Air Quality52 · Moderate

Today

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Violent Rain

94°/77°

💧 9%🌬 14mph

↑ 6:39 AM ↓ 8:25 PM

Sun

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Rain Showers

95°/75°

💧 13%🌬 10mph

↑ 6:39 AM ↓ 8:24 PM

Mon

☁️

Overcast

96°/77°

💧 4%🌬 11mph

↑ 6:40 AM ↓ 8:24 PM

Tue

☁️

Overcast

96°/78°

💧 2%🌬 17mph

↑ 6:40 AM ↓ 8:23 PM

Wed

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Violent Rain

106°/74°

💧 20%🌬 14mph

↑ 6:41 AM ↓ 8:22 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Kings Bottom Trail

Kings Bottom Trail is a easy hiking trail near Kings Bay in Camden County, Georgia.. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.

What “Easy” Means

Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.

What to Pack & Wear

Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.

👔 What to Wear

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UPF sun shirt (long sleeve)
Cooler than direct sun on bare skin.
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Light shorts/skirt
Loose-fit, breathable.
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Wide-brimmed sun hat
Plus a buff/bandana you can wet for cooling.
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Polarized sunglasses
Critical for glare from sun + sand/water.

🎒 What to Pack

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Water
Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
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High-energy snacks
A snack for the trail.
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Sun protection (UV 8)
SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
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First-aid kit
Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
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Offline map
Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Trail Safety in Georgia

Trail conditions in Georgia change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:

Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
Tell someone your plan and expected return time
Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes

Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is Kings Bottom Trail?

Kings Bottom Trail is rated Easy. Suitable for most hikers including families.

When is the best time to hike Kings Bottom Trail?

Georgia has trail conditions that vary by season. Spring and fall usually offer the best mix of temperature and trail conditions. Check the 5-day forecast above for current outlook. Always verify trail status (closures, washouts, fire restrictions) with the local land manager before going.

References & Maps

View original OpenStreetMap record — source data
Open OpenStreetMap at trailhead
Driving directions (Google Maps)

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