About Fort Pulaski National Monument
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.
Plan a Visit
Core visitor information on this page is sourced from the National Park Service. NPD proximity sections use NPS reference coordinates and straight-line distance. Local source bundle updated Sep 27, 2026. View the official NPS page.
Weather & Conditions
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NPS Reference Location
Park state / territory membership: Georgia. This map uses the National Park Service reference coordinate. It may represent an administrative or reference point rather than a park entrance, trailhead, visitor center, or the nearest access point. Use the official NPS directions below when planning travel.
Entrance Fees
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/Debit Only
Commercial bus/van tours are charged the per person fee for the number of persons on board.
Operating Hours
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.
Activities
Current Alerts
Fort Pulaski's Gorge Wall interiors will undergo preservation work beginning September 2026. For your safety, follow signage and do not cross any barricades.
The McQueen's Island Trail will close for a Chatham County restoration project beginning August 3, 2026.
The shoreline is closed permanently for resource protection and visitor safety.
The park is no longer accepting cash for entrance fees. Credit and debit cards are the only method of payment currently being accepted.
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
View Official DirectionsContact & Address
The NPS-listed address may be an administrative office, visitor center, mailing/contact location, or other park facility rather than a park entrance.
Entrance Passes
The Fort Pulaski Annual Park Pass provides entry into Fort Pulaski National Monument for the pass holder and 3 other adults. The pass is valid for a year from the month of purchase. Each Fort Pulaski Annual Park Pass comes with one signature line for a single passholder.
Topics & Themes
Things To Do
Birdwatching at Fort Pulaski
Explore birdwatching opportunities at Fort Pulaski National Monument.
Become a Fort Pulaski Jr. Ranger
Explore, Learn, and Protect by becoming a Junior Ranger.
Explore Fort Pulaski
Step back in time by exploring the historic Fort Pulaski, the best-preserved fort of its kind.
Visit Fort Pulaski's Visitor Center
The best place to start your visit to Fort Pulaski!
Watch Fort Pulaski's Park Film
Twenty-minute film that explores the history of Fort Pulaski from its construction through the end of the 20th century.
Boating at Fort Pulaski
How to explore Fort Pulaski's waterways.