Many people visit Cumberland Island in Georgia for the delightful ruins, pockets of history, and of course, the free-roaming horses. But what many don’t know, is that this barrier island has also been known to be one of the best places in America for finding seashells! Walk the beach at low tide and keep an eye out for sand dollars and olive shells—you never know what you’ll find walking this shoreline.

Many visitors flock to Cumberland Island for different reasons—whether it’s the wild horses, the ruins, or the fact that they limit the number of people who can visit daily, so it’s always serene and secluded.
AllTrails Catherine Furlong
But for those who are looking for a little slice of nature, try your hand at shelling the shoreline!
TripAdvisor Peter K
Cumberland Island is known for being one of the top places in the country for shelling—with beautiful shells being found during low tides.
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Just wander the shoreline during periods of low tide and you will likely find a nice array of seashells, many of which will still be completely intact.
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Additionally, it isn’t just seashells you’ll find on this beach, but you’ll also see sand dollars and shark’s teeth, too!
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As the largest barrier island in the state, you have so many areas to explore for seashells from Dungeness Beach to Stafford Beach and beyond.
AllTrails Kelly Klukowski
Just keep in mind, that while there are 17 miles of underdeveloped beach to explore, the National Park Service only allows two things to be collected and taken home—seashells that are NOT occupied and fossilized shells.
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So spend an afternoon on Cumberland Island and hunt for seashells along one of the prettiest areas of the coast.
TripAdvisor Rob B
To find where Cumberland Island is in Georgia, and how far it may be from you, click here to open the map.
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Have you ever visited Cumberland Island in Georgia before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or if you want to learn more about this majestic place, then check out all of the hidden gems you’ll find on this Georgia island.

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