Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite
Open — Open year-round with advance reservations required through Recreation.gov. Maximum stay is 7 consecutive nights. Check-out time is 10:00 a.m.
Special Weather Statement issued March 3 at 10:58AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
Sea fog will continue to occasionally reduce visibilities to around one mile or less through the early to mid afternoon hours for coastal southeast Georgia and for locations north of St. Augustine Beach along coastal northeast Florida. Dense sea fog will likely expand inland during the late afternoon and early evening hours tonight, when Dense Fog Advisories will likely be re-issued for all of coastal southeast Georgia and coastal northeast Florida. Motorists should remain alert for sudden changes in visibility this afternoon, particularly along coastal roads such as A-1A in northeast Florida and U.S. Highway 17 in southeast Georgia. If you encounter sea fog while driving in these coastal locations this afternoon, slow down and leave extra distance ahead of you in case a sudden stop is needed.
Dense Fog Advisory issued March 3 at 10:48AM EST until March 3 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
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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.
Mainland Parking Lot Closure June 2
The mainland parking lot will be closed as of June 2 for rehab and improvements. For more information please see the press release.
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.
Dungeness and Little Greyfield Beach Crossings Closed to Vehicles Due to High Water
Pedestrian traffic is still allowed. Be aware of flooding after storms at all beach crossings and use caution when accessing. Please stay on designated trails and roads.
About
Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite is one of three backcountry campsites in the northern wilderness area of Cumberland Island National Seashore. Located 5.5 miles north of the Sea Camp ferry dock via the Parallel Trail, this primitive site offers a true wilderness experience in the heart of the island's interior freshwater wetland ecosystem. The campsite accommodates up to 6 people per site across 4 total sites, with permits costing $9 per night. There are no facilities whatsoever: no toilets, no potable water, and no trash collection. Campers must treat all water from the nearby well, hang all food and trash to protect from raccoons and other wildlife, and pack out everything they bring in. Fires are strictly prohibited in the wilderness area, though camp stoves may be used for cooking. A 7-night consecutive stay limit applies. Access to Hickory Hill requires advance planning. All campers must take the Cumberland Island ferry to Sea Camp dock (or arrive by private boat at Plum Orchard dock) and are responsible for carrying all gear the 5.5 miles to the campsite. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance through Recreation.gov and are required; dispersed camping and beach camping are not permitted on Cumberland Island. The site is open year-round, though weather conditions vary significantly by season with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
Directions
Accessible only by boat. Take the Cumberland Island ferry from St. Marys, GA to Sea Camp dock. From Sea Camp, hike 5.5 miles north on the Parallel Trail to reach Hickory Hill. If arriving by private boat, Plum Orchard dock is the closest landing. Ferry schedules and tickets must be purchased through www.cumberlandislandferry.com.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Yankee Paradise Wilderness Campsite 1.2mi
- Stafford Beach Campground 1.8mi
- Brickhill Bluff Wilderness Campsite 4.3mi
- Sea Camp Campground 4.8mi
- Crooked River State Park 5.9mi
- Fort Clinch State Park Campground 9.1mi
- Cumberland Island National Seashore Camping Permits 9.7mi
- Group Camp 1 32mi
- Reynolds Mansion 43mi
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $9 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (912) 882-4336 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Reservations | |
| Regulations | |
| NPS Campground Website |
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