Friday, September 3, 2010

Iceland asks Cumberland

beaches, sweeping sand dunes, shady forests and ancient ruins - Cumberland Iceland has it all. It 's the southernmost and largest of the famous Golden Isles, just off the coast of Georgia. The National Seashore, most of the island was by an Act of Congress was founded on 23 October 1972.

The island is accessible only by boat. The ferry "Cumberland Queen" runs twice daily to the island from the mainland, bringing the number of dailyVisitors.

The accommodation is only available in the historic and expensive Greyfield Inn. Limited camping is prohibited on the island. You need to bring in any supplies or shipped from the mainland, as there are no shops on the island.

When Iceland Cumberland, wear comfortable shoes you visit, such as walking is the only way to get anywhere. Sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat are important because the sun on the beach is very intense. In summer the temperature varies80s to low 90s.

Walking tours offered. Other activities include bird watching and wildlife, swimming, fishing, photography and hiking.

Visit the "Ice House Museum, which traces the history of the Carnegie family. Thomas Carnegie, brother of Andrew, once 80% of Cumberland Iceland belongs. You can see the remains of his property at a distance, but the buildings are in poor condition, we can not go too close.

At two miles the trail runs through a natureForest of oaks, pines and palmetto. Hikers may encounter a deer, raccoon, or, more likely, an armadillo.

Enjoy swimming, sunbathing or just walking on the beach 18 miles long, lined with sand dunes shaped by wind. A variety of intriguing lines configurations of driftwood on the beach between the dam and visitor center. Fiddler crabs of sinking in the sand while seagulls fly overhead.

Graceful Wild horses are observed, silhouetted against the sea orDrinking from a pool of incredibly blue, which collects rainwater.

Other places to visit in the area include the Okefenokee Swamp, Suwanee River, and Jekyll and St. Simons Islands.

No comments:

Post a Comment