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Photo of Cumberland Island

Established in 1972, CUMBERLAND ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE preserves the scenic, ecological, and historical values of the largest and most southerly island off the coast of Georgia. The island is 17.5 miles long and totals more than 35,000 acres, of which almost half are marsh, mud flats, and tidal creeks.

The label "seashore" is misleading for Cumberland Island, as it is a complex ecological system incorporating saltwater marshes, and oak and pine forests as well as pristine dunes and beaches. An incredible array of plants and wildlife, including bobcats, alligators, and sea turtles, occupies the island. Over 300 species of birds are seen on the island at different times of the year.

Photo: Charles Clusen


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