Cumberland Island

Cumberland Island is a barrier island located off the coast of southeastern Georgia, near the Florida border. Established as a national seashore in 1972, it spans 57 square miles and features diverse ecological zones, including beaches, dunes, maritime forests, and saltwater marshes.1

The island is accessible via passenger ferry from St. Marys, Georgia, and is part of the Intracoastal Waterway. It is renowned for its abundant wildlife, serving as a nesting site for sea turtles and a habitat for wild horses, deer, raccoons, armadillos, alligators, and various shorebirds. Historically, the island was a retreat for the wealthy, with the Carnegie family owning much of it for recreational purposes. Today, it is preserved as a national seashore, offering a glimpse into its natural beauty and historical significance.12