Historical Marker

William Bartram Trail

U. S. 17, 1.7 mile south of the South Newport River in South Newport · South Newport · McIntosh

Inscription

DEEP SOUTH REGION WILLIAM BARTRAM TRAIL TRACED 1773-1777. Donald McIntosh Welcomed William Bartram to his home in 1773, giving him shelter from "A Tremendous Thunderstorm." ERECTED BY McIntosh Family Cemetery Association IN COOPERATION WITH Oleander District - The Garden Club of Georgia, Inc.

Location

AddressU. S. 17, 1.7 mile south of the South Newport River in South Newport

CitySouth Newport

Coordinates31.634940, -81.396220

Sources

Digital Library of Georgia, Georgia Historical Markers Collection

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