National Monument

Fort Pulaski National Monument

Southeast

About Fort Pulaski

For much of the 19th century, masonry fortifications were the United States’ main defense against overseas enemies. However, during the Civil War, new technology proved its superiority over these forts. Using rifled cannons, the U.S. Army compelled the Confederate garrison inside Fort Pulaski to surrender. The siege was a landmark experiment in the history of military science and invention.

From the National Park Service.

Region: Southeast
State: Georgia
Designation: National Monument
Entrance fee: $10, per person

Trail data for this park is still being added.
Places for this park are still being added.

Know before you go

Fees, hours, weather and getting to Fort Pulaski.

Entrance fees

$10 Per Person A per person fee of $10 is required to visit Fort Pulaski and the surrounding areas. Admission is valid for 7 consecutive days. Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge. Only available at the entrance station to Fort Pulaski National Monument. Credit/De…

Passes

$35 Annual Entrance - Park

Hours

Mon: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Tue: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Wed: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Thu: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Fri: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sat: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sun: 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Fort Pulaski National Monument is open year round from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm, except for New Years, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Days. Last entry into the park is at 4:30 pm. Historic Fort Pulaski is open 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 pm and the Visitor Center is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Weather and when to go

Savannah has a humid sub tropical climate with over two hundred days of sunshine each year. Summers are typically hot, bright and humid with afternoon thunderstorms common. Temperatures often range from the lower 70s to the mid 90s F. Spring and autumn can be quite pleasant with temperatures ranging from the upper 50s into the 80s F. The winter months are usually dry. Temperatures can be cooler than one would expect, ranging from the upper 30s through the 60s F generally, though sudden cold snaps can occur.

Getting there

From Interstate I-95, take Exit 99 onto Interstate I-16 East (James L Gillis Memorial Hwy) for 7 miles. Take Exit 164A onto Interstate I-516 East toward US-80 East. Take Exit 3 (US-17 S/US-80 E) toward US-80 East. Turn left onto Ocean Highway, Ogeechee Rd (US-17 N, US-80 East). Bear right onto West Victory Drive (US-80 East). Continue on US-80 East for 13 miles. GPS Coordinates for Fort Pulaski National Monument: N32° 01.680 W080° 53.525

Directions from the National Park Service

Contact the park

Address: 101 Fort Pulaski Road, Fort Pulaski Visitor Center, Savannah, GA 31410
Phone: (912) 219-4233
Email: fopu_information@nps.gov
Official site: nps.gov/fopu

From the National Park Service, checked weekly. Fees, hours and road conditions change: confirm with the park before you go.

Trip planner

A day-by-day plan for Fort Pulaski

Tell us your dates and what you are into. We group the stops by where they are, so each day is one part of the park, not a zigzag.

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Things to do in Fort Pulaski

The park service's own list, with how long each takes.

Birdwatching at Fort Pulaski

Wildlife Watching · about 45 min

Explore birdwatching opportunities at Fort Pulaski National Monument.
Become a Fort Pulaski Jr. Ranger

Junior Ranger Program · about 45 min · Reservation required

Explore, Learn, and Protect by becoming a Junior Ranger.
Explore Fort Pulaski

Museum Exhibits · about 45 min

Step back in time by exploring the historic Fort Pulaski, the best-preserved fort of its kind.
Visit Fort Pulaski's Visitor Center

Museum Exhibits · about 45 min

The best place to start your visit to Fort Pulaski!
Watch Fort Pulaski's Park Film

Park Film · about 20 min

Twenty-minute film that explores the history of Fort Pulaski from its construction through the end of the 20th century.
Boating at Fort Pulaski

Boating · about 45 min

How to explore Fort Pulaski's waterways.
Fishing at Fort Pulaski

Fishing · about 45 min

Information about fishing in the waterways around Fort Pulaski National Monument.
Biking at Fort Pulaski

Biking · about 45 min · Reservation required

Fort Pulaski features multiple trails great for bike riding.
Hiking at Fort Pulaski

Hiking · about 2 hours

Fort Pulaski has several trails for you to explore!