Cumberland Island National Seashore

Category: National reserve

Address: Plum Orchard Dr, St Marys, GA 31558, USA

Opening hours

Sunday: 4:26PM–12AM

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

Karen P

Oct 7, 2022

Beautiful and peaceful. I was told when I arrived at the park that I would be the only one camping during my stay. (I camped there during the early part of December) Strange to feel as if I had the place to myself. The beach is incredible and there are a number of nice trails throughout the park. There is plenty of wildlife to see and the solitude was absolutely wonderful. I highly recommend a visit to this park. The only thing that surprised me a little was just how bad the ticks were. So, make sure to use some form of tick repellent if you plan on hiking in the wooded areas.

Michelle Rivera

Oct 2, 2022

Favorite place on the planet

Mindy Craine

Sep 15, 2022

A unique experience that we totally enjoyed. Make sure you are up for a walk and bring your bug spray!

Daniel Stultz

Aug 24, 2022

Boat ramp!

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Questions & Answers

I've heard that there are beautiful shells on the beach. Can you keep the shells you find?

Kim Floied | Oct 13, 2020
Susan Ferko | Oct 13, 2020

Yes, of course.

We have a friend who is unable to walk long distances but us mobile. Is there and guided tours that would work fir her?

Jeffery Johnson | Oct 13, 2021
Susan Staley | Oct 13, 2021

They have all-terrain wheelchairs there at the sea camp dock.

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What is the usual weather in the trip area in early February? What is the group size and transportation provided to/from airport and during the trip. Thank you

Joan Cordle | Oct 6, 2022
Michelle Rivera | Oct 6, 2022

Weather is very nice!! Can be unpredictable that time of year, but quite chilly at night and very nice in the sun. Ferry can get you to the island, but there's no airport shuttle.

My wife and I have ferry reservations to bring bikes for a day trip. I've been told the roads or paths are pretty rough for biking. Will my wife, riding a street bike and not used to rough terrain, have problems?

Max Heine | Sep 22, 2022
Emily Edwards | Sep 22, 2022

It is pretty rough biking if you're not used to dirt paths. Mostly flat, but it is a dirt/sand packed road. If you're used to off-roading, it's reasonable. But you will want a bike with decent shocks and wider tires. Also be ready for humidity, if you're riding in summer.

Is there a bathroom there?

Lori Griffin | May 16, 2022
Jonathan Villmow | May 16, 2022

Yes at the Ranger station, sea camp and Stafford beach campsites

Can you get a permit to camp without picking a spot? We like to browse before we set on a spot. We will be arriving on a Sunday or Monday and hope it won’t be too packed either. Does anyone have experience doing this?

Nicole Combeau | Mar 17, 2022
Grant Brown | Mar 17, 2022

I am assuming that you are trying to reserve a campsite in Sea camp or Stafford Beach? No you cannot get an open reservation for those two areas, Hass to be specific side. Other than those two sites, all of the other sites are classified as wilderness sites. The wilderness sites do not have any designated areas and are basically just large areas where people pick and choose their spot in the various locations.

Can you dock there

Steve Mitchell | Oct 13, 2021
Cindy Auche | Oct 13, 2021

Sign says no public docking

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Are small dogs allowed on Cumberland Island?

Tracey Haynes | Oct 13, 2021
Jack Cuddy | Oct 13, 2021

They allow dogs on the island, but not on the ferry. Private boaters often travel with their pets. The problem is that some of those dogs may be sick without their owners even knowing. We lost almost all of the raccoons this year to an outbreak of distemper. We don't know if it spread from pets. Likewise, we don't know if it may have infected some of the dogs visiting the island. This is a wilderness area. Please protect your pets. This is not a walk in the park!

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Can you take your bicycles over on the ferry?

Janet Browning | Oct 13, 2021
Karen Hill | Oct 13, 2021

Yes, you can take them but it is an additional $10 fee. You must call to add it to your ferry reservation.

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We live in Blueridge GA How do we get there my GPS can't find you?? We really would like to go help..please!

Annette Presley | Oct 13, 2020
Heather Sutton | Oct 13, 2020

You have to take a ferry from St. Marys to access Cumberland Island. Hope this is helpful!

Do you see the wild horse daily?

Donna Ham | Oct 13, 2020
James R. | Oct 13, 2020

Yes

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are dogs allowed?

Marilyn Bradley | Oct 13, 2020
Erik . L . | Oct 13, 2020

They certainly are!

Overnight and RV hook ups available?

Lillian Rivera | Oct 14, 2018
David Ayres | Oct 14, 2018

Not available. You have to catch a ferry then hike to a campsite!

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