Little Saint Simons Island, GA

Little St. Simons Island (LSSI) is a barrier island located in coastal Glynn County, Georgia, USA. Approximately 11,000 acres in size, with approximately 3000 acres of upland habitats, the island was formed during the current Holocene epoch, less than 5,000 years ago. Its unique geographic location at the mouth of the Altamaha River has resulted in consistent accretion since its formation. LSSI is one of the more unique and relatively natural barrier islands on the coast of Georgia and is one of the most significant natural areas remaining on the southeastern coastal plain of the United States. The island has not experienced the farming, timber harvesting or development that most others have. One of the island management’s goals is for LSSI to serve as a model for the best practices of conservation management and restoration. Data gathered through research conducted on LSSI aids in developing further management guidelines and practices on the island and in the region.