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Camden County, GA · Atlantic Ocean
Cumberland Island National Seashore
101 Wheeler Street, St. Marys, GA 31558
Georgia's largest barrier island, accessible only by passenger ferry from St. Marys, Cumberland is a near-pristine 17-mile wilderness of undeveloped beach, maritime forest, salt marsh, and free-ranging feral horses, with the haunting ruins of the Carnegies' Dungeness mansion.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 79°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 79, with temperatures falling to around 75 in the afternoon. Northeast wind around 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 70. Northeast wind 9 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued june 3 at 4:53pm edt until june 5 at 5:00pm edt by nws jacksonville fl
83 /100
great
81 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 1.8 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 3 at 4:53PM EDT until June 5 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 5 AM EDT Thursday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Friday afternoon. * 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 High Surf Advisory
High Surf Advisory issued June 3 at 4:53PM EDT until June 4 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 5 AM EDT Thursday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
79°F
Clear
Wind
17 mph
NE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:53 PM
6.0 ft · in 2.3h
Barometer
30.17 inHg
1022 hPa
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GAZ166)
The JAX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- FLZ124 Nassau-Duval-Flagler-St. Johns — Yulee, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville Beach, n/a
- GAZ154 Glynn-Camden — Brunswick, St. Simons, Country Club Estates, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:23 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:24 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:33 AM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 5:07 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:53 PM | High | 6.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Sunny
0%
84
84°
Mostly Sunny
2%
84
85°
Mostly Sunny
3%
84
86°
Partly Sunny
11%
84
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
52
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
54%
38
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 17 mph wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Parking available at the NPS Visitor Center / ferry dock in St. Marys, GA. No parking on the island itself — ferry-only access.
Dogs
No pets permitted on the ferry. Only ADA service animals may board. Emotional support animals and pets are not allowed.
Entry Fee
$15 park entrance fee; ferry fares $44 adult / $42 senior 62+ / $34 youth 6–15 / free under 5
Address
101 Wheeler Street, St. Marys, GA 31558
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Cumberland Island National Seashore.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Cumberland Island National Seashore from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Cumberland Island National Seashore dog-friendly?
No pets permitted on the ferry. Only ADA service animals may board. Emotional support animals and pets are not allowed.
Is there an entry fee at Cumberland Island National Seashore?
$15 park entrance fee; ferry fares $44 adult / $42 senior 62+ / $34 youth 6–15 / free under 5
Are there lifeguards at Cumberland Island National Seashore?
No lifeguards are stationed at Cumberland Island National Seashore. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Cumberland Island National Seashore?
Amenities at Cumberland Island National Seashore include restrooms, campground (Sea Camp, Stafford, backcountry sites), historic ruins, wilderness hiking, wildlife viewing (wild horses, sea turtles).
When is the water warmest at Cumberland Island National Seashore?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Cumberland Island National Seashore located?
Cumberland Island National Seashore is in Camden County, GA, at 101 Wheeler Street, St. Marys, GA 31558.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS