Yankee Paradise Wilderness Campsite

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National Park Service

Campground · National Park Service Fees: Wilderness Camping Fee: $9.00 Reservations: Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. All camping on Cumberland Island requires a reservation and printed permit, and must be done in a designated campsite. Dispersed camping and beach… Yankee Paradise is one of three campgrounds in Cumberland Island’s designated wilderness on the northern part of the island. The campsite is located 7.5 miles north of the Sea Camp dock. Wilderness sites have no amenities. Fires are prohibited, but camp stoves can be used for cooking. Campers should be prepared to hang all food and trash. Water is available from a nearby well and must be treated. Permits are $9 a night, good for up to 6 people. Getting there: Yankee Paradise Wilderness Campsite is located on Cumberland Island, and is only accessible by boat. All campers must deboard the ferry at the Sea Camp dock. If arriving by private boat the Plum Orchard dock will be the closest to the campsite. The campground is located 7.5 miles North from the Sea Camp dock. The Parallel and Yankee Paradise trails lead to the campground. For directions to the mainland Visitor Center and ferry check-in, visit the Directions page on the park website. Official page: https://www.nps.gov/cuis/planyourvisit/yankeeparadise.htm Source: National Park Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: NPS Photo