A chain of inland marshes and shallow lakes form an ecosystem reminiscent of the Florida Everglades. Sea Camp and Stafford Beach are “nicer” in that they have more amenities. Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center, 101 Wheeler St., St. Marys. There are also three Wilderness Camping sites Hickory Hill, Yankee Paradise and Brickhill Bluff for very primitive camping. 5 Days 4 Nights - Blythe Island to Jekyll Island, Crooked River to Cumberland Island (Brickhill, Yankee Paradise, Seacamp) The island’s three backcountry sites include Hickory Hill (5.5 miles from Sea Camp), Yankee Paradise (7.5 miles from Sea Camp), and Brickhill Bluff (10.5 miles from Sea Camp, on the scenic Brickhill River). Yankee Paradise Campground is a campground in Cumberland Island National Seashore, GA. View a map of this area and more on Natural Atlas. Cumberland Island is a barrier island off of the coast of Georgia. Hütte/Campingplatz. One quick look, a photograph and it disappeared – leaving only a feeling of wild nature and mystery. There are no set sites, so you can pitch your tent anywhere in the clearing as long as it is not on vegetation. All three sites are large and accommodate multiple tents and multiple groups. 2 von 3 Unterkünften in der Kategorie bestes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis in Cumberland Island . Tar Kiln Trail. We took the ferry from St. Mary's, GA to the island and hiked from Sea Camp dock to Yankee Paradise Campground. Preise ansehen . I have never done a beach/sand-type trip (the closest being Conecuh National Forest last Summer), so I think this one would be a great one to start out on. I’ve hiked miles barefoot along a sandy shore without passing another human on Cumberland Island, a national seashore reserve tucked away on the southeast coast of Georgia. Sea Camp has toilets, treated water, and cold showers. Yankee Paradise. The ferry makes two round-trip voyages from St. Marys daily, except December-February when it operates Thursdays-Mondays. From the road to the beach is two miles (four miles round trip). Hiking north along the Lost Trail you can explore the waters of the Sweetwater Lake Complex. Cumberland Island is located seven miles east of St. Mary’s, Georgia, and is only accessible by boat. Located 5.5 miles from Sea Camp, in the heart of the island. A permit is … Pratts Trail. Preise ansehen . 0 Bewertungen. Oyster Pond Trail. This is a moderate one way trail to Yankee Paradise in Cumberland Island National Seashore. Two miles past Hickory Hill, Yankee Paradise sits almost directly in the middle of Cumberland Island, offering equidistant access to both the beach and the inland attractions that the island plays host to. Kings Bottom Trail. South Point Trail. River Trail. To reach the island there is a ferry service that runs around $20.00 round trip. Table Point Trail. Non-potable water 1 mile from each location, between Hickory Hill and Yankee Paradise. Wading into the water was sweet relief, and for a wonderful moment I was both cool and relieved be bug free. Cumberland Island National Seashore Information. The mansion, built by Thomas Carnegie on the former site of Catharine Greene Miller's estate, burned in the mid-twentieth century. There are three backcountry campsites at Cumberland Island National Seashore: Hickory Hill, Yankee Paradise, and Brickhill Bluff. Due to being located in a wetland area, bugs are often prevalent. link Copy Link. Lost Road Trail. 48 ft. Elev Gain. Unfortunately I live about 6-7 hrs away, in Alabama, so my planning may be a bit different. Time. The sites were amazingly private. 2 von 3 Unterkünften in der Kategorie bestes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis in Cumberland Island . Cumberland Island Ferry. The place is quiet year-round—just 50,000 people visited in 2017—but even more so in January. Much like my trip to the Okefenokee, my goal was met within the first hour or so of arriving on the island. Roller Coaster Trail. 3 von 3 Unterkünften in der Kategorie bestes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis in Cumberland Island. Cumberland Island National Seashore provides the perfect getaway for those looking for pristine beaches, wild horses, and beautiful maritime forests and wildlife. Cumberland Island offers five campgrounds , which include designated campsites at Sea Camp and Stafford Beach; and Wilderness campsites at: Hickory Hill, Yankee Paradise and Brickhill Bluff. #1 hike out of 1 in Cumberland Island National Seashore | MODERATE. Advance reservations recommended. Our large site had so many palmettos that you couldn’t see anyone else and above a canopy of spindly live oaks. Established: October 23, 1972. Aug 12, 2012 - Ruins of the Dungeness Mansion on Cumberland Island. 0 Bewertungen. No cars, pets or kayaks permitted. I attempted to walk with dignity to the ocean to wash them off, only to break into a run after I simply could not take it any more. Trails on Cumberland Island. Hickory Hill offers a fascinating close encounter with an intriguing interior freshwater wetland and its wildlife. Preise ansehen . There is a direct public ferry to Cumberland Island that departs from downtown St. Mary’s, and the ride lasts 45 minutes each way. 0 Bewertungen. Posts tagged Yankee Paradise Cumberland Island Getaway. Hütte/Campingplatz. Its probably best known for being one of the few places you can go camping with wild horses. There are no bears on the island. Yankee Paradise is a campsite inside of Cumberland Island National Seashore. Private charters available. Yankee Paradise på Tripadvisor. share Share . Crossing a bridge over a low tide mud flat marked with alligator prints and tail marks I round a corner and spot a wild horse on the road ahead. Since Cumberland Island now belongs to the American public, who purchased it from the private owners, in early February of last year my wife and I decided to check on our property by making a three day-back-pack. Most of Cumberland Island was designated a National Seashore in 1972 and is managed by the National Park Service as a unit in its park system. Ashley Pond Trail. It was gorgeous. Tags: Camping on Cumberland Island, Cumberland Island, Sea Camp Campground. Camping is only permitted in these five campgrounds. file_download GPX/KML . Overview. Nr. Cumberland Island National Seashore is a beautiful barrier island in Georgia just 50 miles north of Jacksonville, FL boasting a wealth of natural attractions. I am going to try and do a similar trip at the Cumberland Island National Seashore sometime in the near future. We took a ferry from Saint Mary's Georgia to the Sea Camp dock and hiked 5.5 miles to the Hickory Hill Campsite. Rayfield Trail . This is a weekend trip to Cumberland Island National Seashore, Georgia. Parallel Trail. Day 1 of 5 on Cumberland Island, Georgia in October 2018. On my Cumberland Island, Ga camping trip we stayed at the Sea Camp. These sights offer various degrees of amenities. There are five campgrounds on Cumberland Island: Sea Camp, Stafford Beach, Hickory Hill, Yankee Paradise, and Brickhill Bluff. Duck House Trail. The Duck House Trail at Cumberland Island National Seashore runs approximately 2.5 miles from Plum Orchard Mansion on the western side of the island to the beach on the Atlantic Ocean side. GPX; KML 6.9 mi. Nearby Communities: St. Marys. Cumberland Island National Seashore. 0 Bewertungen. Both have bathrooms with showers, and the campsites have fire pits. Park Size: 36,415 acres. Needless to say my goal was to see a wild horse. It is a genuine robber-baron mansion, after all, built in 1901 by the Carnegie family on Georgia’s Cumberland Island. Nr. Nr. Distance 4 hrs 18 min. After reaching Cumberland Island National Seashore, we will spend the remainder of the week camping at the island's backcountry sites. In Cumberland Island sind keine weiteren Unterkünfte verfügbar. Brickhill Bluff. Brickhill Bluff. Shady road, early morning, crystal clear blue sky – walking south from Brickhill Bluff Campsite. Facebook; Twitter ; Email; directions Driving Directions. Stafford Beach also has a privy and cold showers, with easy access to the Atlantic shoreline. Nr. terrain. Dungeness Trail. CUMBERLAND ISLAND (PRIVATE) Sea Camp Beach Sea Camp Ranger Station Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center Stafford Beach Hickory Hill Yankee Paradise Brickhill Bluff Ice House Museum Dock Dock Dungeness Ruins Cemetery Cemetery water Plum Orchard water (sulfur) water The Settlement First African Baptist Church Lighthouse (abandoned) Halfmoon Bluff Long Point Burbank … Yankee Paradise Trail. GOODlife Staff // December 27, 2020 This trail goes by Hickory Hill. summary of our recent trip for anyone interested in camping with children: Our family of five just finished a fabulous four day / three night camping trip to Cumberland Island.It was a very memorable experience and deserves a little shout-out to any other families who might be considering such a trip for the first time. 3 von 3 Unterkünften in der Kategorie bestes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis in Cumberland Island. Yankee Paradise is an excellent base camp for exploring the heart of the Cumberland Island Wilderness Area. Cumberland Island is the southern most barrier island located off the coast of Georgia near the town of St. Marys. All are completely primitive—not even portable toilets—and offer campers nothing more than a large clearing on which to pitch a tent. However, if you only want to get to the beach, you can begin the hike at the trailhead on Grand Avenue, the main road through the park. Yankee Paradise, Cumberland Island: Se anmeldelser fra rejsende, billeder og gode tilbud vedr. Thanks to everyone who replied earlier. Willow Pond Trail. Entrance Fee: $10 per adult (valid for 7 days) in addition to a ferry fee. Below is a (lengthy!) During tourist season this service runs daily - be sure to note the times because if you miss the last ferry you will be spending another night on the island. $28; $18 children 15 and younger, plus tax, round-trip. Cumberland Island is the largest and southernmost of the barrier islands and offers a wide variety of activities for hikers, bird-watchers, bikers, swimmers, boaters, and campers alike. Visitor Centers: The main visitor center is in St. Marys, Georgia near the dock.. Campgrounds: Sea Camp, Stafford Beach, Hickory Hill, Yankee Paradise, Brickhill Bluff Cumberland Island - Where nature and history meet. 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