St. Marys

From Recreation.gov

Please be advised that Cumberland Island north of Stafford Beach campground will be closed for 6 managed hunts (Oct 6-9, Nov 3-6, Dec 1-4 and 19-21, 2025 and Jan 5-8 and 26-29, 2026). Stafford Beach campground, Sea Camp campground and the south end of the island will be open to all visitors during this time. For more information, please contact the Visitor Center at (912) 882-4336.

Wind Advisory issued March 23 at 12:54PM EDT until March 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

12:54 PM — March 24th, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...In Florida, Coastal Duval and Coastal Nassau Counties. In Georgia, Coastal Camden and Coastal Glynn Counties. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Gale Warning issued March 23 at 12:52PM EDT until March 25 at 4:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

12:52 PM — March 24th, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft expected. * WHERE...All Southeast Georgia coastal waters from Altamaha Sound GA to Fernandina Beach FL out to 60 NM. * WHEN...From 2 AM Tuesday to 4 PM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Rip Current Statement issued March 23 at 12:50PM EDT until March 26 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

12:50 PM — March 24th, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 7 feet by late Tuesday afternoon and up to 6 to 8 feet by Tuesday night into Wednesday. * WHERE...Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, from late tonight through late Wednesday night. For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 PM Tuesday to 2 PM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

High Surf Advisory issued March 23 at 12:50PM EDT until March 25 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

12:50 PM — March 24th, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 7 feet by late Tuesday afternoon and up to 6 to 8 feet by Tuesday night into Wednesday. * WHERE...Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, from late tonight through late Wednesday night. For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 PM Tuesday to 2 PM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

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.

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