National Seashore
Cumberland Island National Seashore is a National Seashore in Georgia. The NPS currently lists 3 active alerts, 5 campgrounds and 3 visitor centers; entrance fees start at $15.
Georgia National Seashore America the Beautiful pass accepted
Updated · NPS Data API
“St Marys is the gateway to Cumberland Island, Georgia's largest and southernmost barrier island. Here pristine maritime forests, undeveloped beaches and wide marshes whisper the stories of both man and nature. Natives, missionaries, enslaved African Americans and Wealthy Industrialists all walked here.”
Active alerts
3
Closures
0
Campgrounds
5
Visitor centers
3
3 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 0 closures, 0 danger, 1 caution and 2 information.
Caution
Valid ferry tickets can only be purchased through the website www.cumberlandislandferry.com. Check site carefully before purchasing. Only valid tickets will be honored.
Posted or updated Mar 16, 2026 ·Details on nps.gov
Information
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.
Posted or updated Jun 29, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Information
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.
Posted or updated Apr 21, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
A 7-day entrance pass is $15 per person. We have a $45 annual pass that covers 4 adults. Cumberland Island NS is a cashless operation.
| Fee | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance - Per Person | $15 | Cumberland Island National Seashore has a per-person entrance fee. This fee is waived for America the Beautiful pass holder plus three adults. Buy online |
The interagency America the Beautiful pass is accepted here. This park is cashless — bring a card or buy your pass online. Fee details on nps.gov
The ocean can bring many interesting things onto our beaches. Beachcombing is a popular activity on Cumberland Island. Shells are not found on the beach all the time, however. Read on to learn when is the best time to scour the beach for shells.
1-2 Hours Year-round Fee applies
Gathering and Foraging
Join the National Park Service “family” by becoming a Junior Ranger. Complete the activity book, have a park ranger review it, and receive an official Junior Ranger badge for Cumberland Island.
Year-round
Birding on the beach can be successful in any season on Cumberland Island. There are many rear-round residents, and those around during breeding season, migrations, and winter alike.
Year-round Fee applies
See all 25 things to do in Cumberland Island →
Activities the NPS lists for Cumberland Island.
BikingBoatingCampingGuided ToursHikingHunting and GatheringHuntingSwimmingSaltwater SwimmingWildlife WatchingBirdwatching
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The park is open 24 hours a day, all year. The island is only accessible by boat. The visitor center, other facilities, ferry operations, and docks for private boats all have separate hours, however;…
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Tuesday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Wednesday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Thursday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Friday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Saturday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Sunday | Sunrise to Sunset |
Weather: 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).
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mainland Museum | Daily: 1:00PM - 4:00PM | 9128824336 | Yes |
| Mainland Visitor Center | Daily: 8:00AM - 4:00PM | 9128824336 | Yes |
| Sea Camp Ranger Station | Daily: 9:00AM - 4:30PM | 9128824336 | Yes |
| Campground | Total sites | Reservable | First-come | RVs | Fee | Reserve |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brickhill Bluff Wilderness Campsite | 4 | 4 | 0 | No | $9 | Recreation.gov |
| Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite | 4 | 4 | 0 | No | $9 | Recreation.gov |
| Sea Camp Campground | 18 | 16 | 0 | No | $22 | Recreation.gov |
| Stafford Beach Campground | 10 | 10 | 0 | No | $12 | Recreation.gov |
| Yankee Paradise Wilderness Campsite | 4 | 4 | 0 | No | $9 | Recreation.gov |
Site counts and fees are from the NPS campground data. Fees show the first listed rate; availability is not shown here — check the reservation site.
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