We’ve all been there. You’re planning a trip to an unfamiliar coastal destination, and all you have to go on are trip ideas you found on big search engines—ideas that are likely being pushed by tourist councils and advertisers with the deepest pockets.

But what about that little-known breakfast place a mile off the beaten path? Or a hidden nature trail or birdwatching spot only a handful of locals know about?

If you’re looking for new adventure ideas, places to see and things to do and could use some local insight from destinations stretching between St. Simons to St. Augustine then look no further.