GEORGIA ◆ Vistas

Cumberland Island, the trip.

Georgia's southernmost barrier island — wild horses on the dunes, live oaks dripping Spanish moss, 18 miles of empty beach. Ferry-only access.

Field guide ◆

Stand inside the place.

Georgia's southernmost barrier island — wild horses on the dunes, live oaks dripping Spanish moss, 18 miles of empty beach. Ferry-only access. Use the interactive map on our destinations page to plan a route, and check our field guides for season-specific advice on this region.

Best seasonLate spring to early fall
Trip length2–4 days
DifficultyModerate
PermitRequired for overnight