Brickhill Bluff is an amazing, yet very primitive campground located on Cumberland's north end. It is quite a journey to get there, but very rewarding once you achieve your destination. The sites are in close proximity of one another-closer than you would initially expect, but the ocean breeze really helped. We were not bothered by any other campers and it was a pleasurable experience. We also ventured over to the beach and it was surreal to have an entire beach to yourself, with 40' tall dunes like i have never seen before. Take a map and PLENTY OF WATER. Be prepared to filter water after Stafford.

Bugs - *ALWAYS carry some No Natz spray to ward off the sand gnats, and some Deet for the mosquitoes (they are large and mate with the turkeys there). (NO, the Deet does nothing for the sand gnats. No Natz is the only thing we found to work. Purchase before you get to the island.) We also spray our packs down with bug spray at the ranger station. The floor of the island is covered in ticks. Every time you set a bag/pack/hat/etc., expect it to have a tick on it. Spraying helps keep them off of your items. Be vigilant and inspect ankles & waist lines frequently.

Hiking - Numerous trails to get there, depending on your length of stay and how fast you wish to get to camp. All offer something unique. The main road is an option offering some amazing views of the maritime forest and all of its critters. Once you set up camp you can journey over to Plum Orchard Mansion or to the sites on the north end like the First African Church.

Biking - Taking the main road is the fastest way to get to the Brickhill Bluff site. Bikes are not allowed on the trails, so you must stay in the main road. The road surface is hard for the first few miles. The sand gets thicker at Stafford and from there on up, this is a challenge. You WILL burn twice as much energy on this section and it lasts for 7+ miles. If you are not in shape and prepared, you will be pushing. Know what you are getting in to.

Biking also allows one to see the sites at the north end of the island while at Brickhill Bluff. A couple of days is needed to take it all in. Cumberland has several camping trips worth of fun and sites to see.

Just be prepared!!!!!!!