Jacksonville North / St. Marys KOA Holiday Blog
I-95’s Best Kept Secret: Your Stress-Free Stopover Awaits.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Many GPS systems do not recognize our address. So, please follow the signs when you exit I-95 at Exit 1.
Google and Apple Maps on your Smart Phones work well.
Latitude: 30.755 Longitude: -81.653
Directions: Located on SW side of I-95 at Exit 1 (St. Mary's Rd) in Georgia.
If you are traveling southbound on I-95 we are at Exit 1. At the end of the ramp, turn right onto St. Mary's Road. Turn left beside the Shell Gas Station onto Scrubby Bluff Road. We are on the right at 2970 Scrubby Bluff Road.
If you are traveling northbound on I-95 you will still use Exit 1. At the end of the ramp, turn left onto St. Mary's Road. Turn left beside the Shell Gas Station onto Scrubby Bluff Road. We are on the right at 2970 Scrubby Bluff Road.
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Cumberland Island is one of Georgia's most stunning natural treasures — 17 miles of undeveloped beaches, wild horses roaming through maritime forests, and the ruins of the historic Carnegie mansion at Dungeness. But here's what most visitors learn the hard way: there are no cars, no stores, and very limited camping on the island itself. If you're bringing an RV, towing a camper, or just want a hot shower and a real bed at the end of the day, you'll need a home base on the mainland.
That's where camping near Cumberland Island comes in — and Kingsland, Georgia is the sweet spot.
The only public access to Cumberland Island is by ferry from the town of St. Marys, Georgia. The Cumberland Island Ferry departs from the St. Marys waterfront, with boats leaving at 9:00 AM and 11:45 AM daily. Return ferries leave the island at 10:15 AM, 2:45 PM, and 4:45 PM.
A few important tips for planning your ferry trip:
Once you step off the ferry, you're on one of the most preserved barrier islands on the East Coast. Only 300 visitors are allowed on the island at any given time, which means you'll have miles of beach practically to yourself.
Here's what draws people to Cumberland Island:
Wild Horses — About 150 feral horses roam the island freely. You'll likely spot them grazing near Dungeness or along the trails. They're descendants of horses brought to the island centuries ago.
Dungeness Ruins — The remains of the Carnegie family's grand estate sit near the southern end of the island. You can explore the ruins on your own or join a ranger-led Footsteps Tour for the full history.
Beaches — Over 17 miles of wide, sandy, undeveloped beach. No umbrella vendors, no crowds — just ocean, sand, and sky.
Hiking and Biking — More than 50 miles of trails wind through live oak canopies, salt marshes, and palmetto forests. The south end trails are the most popular for day visitors.
Birdwatching — Cumberland Island sits along a major migratory flyway, making it one of the best birding spots on the Georgia coast.
Kingsland sits right off I-95 at Exit 1 — just 10 miles from the St. Marys ferry dock and one mile from the Florida border. It's the closest full-service camping area to Cumberland Island that can actually accommodate RVs, trailers, and families who want amenities.
Staying in Kingsland means you can:
Our campground is located right off I-95 Exit 1, making it one of the closest RV parks to the Cumberland Island ferry. Whether you're in a motorhome, travel trailer, or looking for a cabin, we've got you covered.
Here's what guests enjoy at our campground:
We're open all year, and we're just a 15-minute drive from the St. Marys ferry dock. Book your Cumberland Island base camp today and experience the best of Georgia's coast.
That doesn't mean this area has to always be empty. When you start reviewing camping options, your history will display here to help compare sites and find the best stay. You will be able to share your stay information with friends or family and save it for a later time if you have a KOA Account.
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