Fort Pulaski National Monument - National Park Directory

The red masonry walls of Fort Pulaski still show battle damage over 150 years later.

A walk along the outside of Fort Pulaski reveals damaged walls over 150 years after the Civil War.

The brick of the fort glow in the late afternoon light. The arches inside the fort reveal a cannon i

Fort Pulaski shows off its classic arched architecture and cannon.

The white masonry Cockspur Island lighthouse sits in the Savannah River.

The Cockspur Island Lighthouse still stands guard over the south channel of the Savannah River and Fort Pulaski.

A great blue heron stands watch on top of the fort's brick walls.

A great blue heron stands on the top of Fort Pulaski like a lonely sentinel.

Two women dressed in mid nineteenth century civilian attire watch through looking glasses

Volunteer living historians play an important role for the National Park Service and Fort Pulaski National Monument.

The night sky is illuminated as a cannon fires at Fort Pulaski

Artillery demonstrations are an important part of the interpretation program at Fort Pulaski.

Photos: National Park Service

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.

Quick Facts

State Georgia

Designation National Monument

State Code GA

Weather 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…

Location & Map

Fort Pulaski National Monument is located in Georgia.

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Entrance Fees

Entrance - Per Person $10.00

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 Entrance - Per Person $10.00

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.

Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Activities

Biking Boating Fishing Saltwater Fishing Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Hiking Living History Historic Weapons Demonstration Paddling Canoeing Kayaking Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store

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

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Contact & Address

Address 101 Fort Pulaski Road, Savannah, GA, 31410

Phone (912) 219-4233

Email fopu_information@nps.gov

Entrance Passes

Annual Entrance - Park $35.00

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.

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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.

Visitor Centers

Fort Pulaski Visitor Center

The Fort Pulaski Visitor Center is located next to the main visitor parking area and historic Fort Pulaski. Here you can watch the park film,…

Hours: While the Visitor Center is now open, the park film is not being shown. Please visit www.nps.gov/fopu to view the film online.

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