Cumberland Island, with an approximate area of 56.25 square miles (147 km2) is the largest. About half of the island consists of salt marshes.
The five barrier islands of Georgia are Tybee Island, Little Tybee Island, Wassaw Island, Ossabaw Island, and St. Catherines Island. These islands serve as natural defenses against ocean waves and storms for the Georgia coastline.
To protect Georgia from erosion
Georgia's smallest barrier island at 5,700 acres, Jekyll Island offers a unique combination of rich history, unspoiled natural beauty and an impressive array of sports and recreational activities and attractions for such a small package.
Barrier island
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Barrier island
Little St. Simons Island and/or the Georgia Coast and Barrier Islands
Yes, Tybee Island is considered a barrier island located off the coast of Georgia. Barrier islands are narrow, elongated landforms that run parallel to the coastline and help protect the mainland from the effects of waves and storms.
I'm unable to show images or maps. However, the barrier islands in Georgia include Cumberland Island, Tybee Island, St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island, and others. These islands are located off the coast of Georgia and are known for their natural beauty and protected wildlife areas.
Georgia has around 15 barrier islands along its coast. Some of the more well-known ones include Tybee Island, Little St. Simons Island, Cumberland Island, and Jekyll Island.
Georgia's barrier islands are located along the southeastern coast of the state, between Savannah and the Florida border. These islands, including popular ones like Tybee Island, St. Simons Island, and Jekyll Island, help protect the mainland from erosion and storm surges.
Georgia has 8 clusters of barrier islands.