Cumberland Island National Seashore

About

This park's official page lists: Pet-friendly (leashed).

This park's official page lists: Wheelchair-accessible facilities.

Entrance / day-use fee applies.

At the park

• Biking activity
• Camping activity
• Hunting activity
• Yankee Paradise activity
• Beaches scenic feature
• Wildlife & bird watching scenic feature

Shows and experiences

• Ranger & guided programs

Events

• Plum Orchard Mansion Tour
• Archery Managed Hunt
• Primitive Weapons Managed Hunt Cumberland Island Wilderness Area
• Adult/Child Managed Hunt Cumberland Island Wilderness Area
• Modern Weapons Managed Hunt Cumberland Island Wilderness Area

Before you go

Disability access

This park's official page states it has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Specific routes, transfer access and equipment vary — confirm with the park for your needs.

Limits

Reservations are required through All Terrain Georgia at least two weeks prior to your island trip

Limits

Pets are permitted on the island but must be on leash and must be transported by private boat as they are not permitted on the ferry

Limits

Drones are prohibited in National Park Service sites

Park alert: Ongoing Road Repair on Main Road

Ongoing road work will be taking place throughout the Main Road on the island. Expect potentially heavier vehicle traffic and areas of uneven terrain. Please yield to construction traffic. Be aware of approaching traffic both in front as well as from behind.

⚠ Caution: Scam Warning - Book ferry tickets through concessioner site only

Valid ferry tickets can only be purchased through the website www.cumberlandislandferry.com. Check site carefully before purchasing. Only valid tickets will be honored.

Park alert: Mainland Museum Closure

The Cumberland Island Museum will be closed for an extended period due to roof leakages. We apologize for any inconvenience but look forward to reopening to you in the future.

Getting there

Cumberland Island is only accessible by ferry or private boat. These directions are to the mainland visitor center in St. Marys, GA. Driving Directions To reach the visitor center from Interstate 95: •Take Exit 3 for US 40 •Take US 40 East toward “Historic Downtown St. Marys” •US 40 becomes Osborne Rd. Continue on until you reach the waterfront •Turn right on St. Marys Rd •The visitor center will be two blocks down on your left (113 St. Marys St W, St Marys GA 31558)

Weather & when to go

Cumberland Island’s climate is hot and humid during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 80's (>26 C) and mild during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 60's (<20 C). The warmest month of the year is July with an average high of 90 degrees F (32 C), while the coldest is January with an average low of 45 degrees F (44 C). Visit the Current Conditions page for an up-to-date local forecast: https://www.nps.gov/cuis/planyourvisit/conditions.htm#weather

Visitor center

Mainland Museum — The Mainland Museum is open 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM daily dependent on staffing. The park relies on dedicated Volunteers to provide staffing for the museum. Occasional closures can result on short notice due to a lack of staffing. — To reach the museum from Interstate 95: •Take Exit 3 for US 40 •Take US 40 East toward “Historic Downtown St. Marys” •US 40 becomes Osborne Rd. •The Mainland Museum will be on the right, one block north of the waterfront. (129 Osborne Rd, St Marys GA 31558)

Visitor center

Mainland Visitor Center — The visitor center at the waterfront in St. Marys is open daily 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Park facilities are closed on December 25. — To reach the visitor center from Interstate 95: •Take Exit 3 for US 40 •Take US 40 East toward “Historic Downtown St. Marys” •US 40 becomes Osborne Rd. Continue on until you reach the waterfront •Turn right on St. Marys Rd •The visitor center will be two blocks down on your left (113 St. Marys St W, St Marys GA 31558)

Visitor center

Sea Camp Ranger Station — Located at the Sea Camp Dock on Cumberland Island. The visitor center may be closed for short periods throughout the day as volunteers and rangers are tending to other duties. — Located at the end of the Sea Camp Dock on Cumberland Island National Seashore. The island is only accessible by boat.

Facilities on the park map

4 bench, 4 picnic area, 6 restroom, 3 visitor information.

Where to stay

• Yankee Paradise