Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $9.00
- Type
- Campground
- Season
- October 5 to January 27
- Sites
- 4 total · 4 reservable · 0 first come
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 30.8327, -81.4514
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Hickory Hill is one of three campgrounds in Cumberland Island’s designated wilderness on the northern part of the island. The campsite is located 5.5 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.
From the managing agency.Official page
Is Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite free?
No. Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite charges $9.00. 4 of its sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
Can I bring an RV to Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite?
Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite has 4 sites on record. 4 sites are reservable and 0 are first come.
When is Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite open?
The season on record runs October 5 to January 27. Dates move with weather and with the managing office, so check before a shoulder-season trip.
How do I get to Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite?
Hickory Hill 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 5.5 miles North from the Sea Camp dock. The Parallel trail leads to the campground. For directions to the mainland Visitor Center and ferry check-in, visit the Directions page on the park website.
What is the weather like at Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite?
Weather conditions can change quickly. Keep an eye to the sky. It is hot and humid during the summer months. Bring water bottles and food. There are no services on the island beyond the water fountains and bathrooms. Wear a hat, light clothing and sunscreen. There is some tree cover but lots of sun to go with it. In winter, keep yourself hydrated and dress in layers.
What are the rules at Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite?
Stay Limit: 7 consecutive nights. A person cannot hold more than one permit for the same date. That permit holder must occupy the site. Maximum campers and equipment: The individual site maximum is six persons. Children two years of age and under do not count toward the maximum. Gear Transport: Campers are responsible for transporting gear from the dock to the campgrounds. Check out time: 10:00 a.m. Quiet hours: 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Food and Trash Storage: Store or hang all food and trash. Raccoons are common. Follow Leave No Trace principles Drinking Water: Available at Plum Orchard and all areas south of Sea Camp. Treat water at all other areas of the island. No Pets: Only service animals are permitted in campgrounds. No Lifeguards. Swim at your own risk. All animals on the island - including horses - are wild! Do not approach within 50 feet of horses; they may bite or kick.
Nearby
- Yankee Paradise Wilderness Campsite1.2 mi
- Stafford Beach Campground1.8 mi
- Brickhill Bluff Wilderness Campsite4.3 mi
- Sea Camp Campground4.8 mi
- Cumberland Island National Seashore Camping Permits9.7 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
