Fort McAllister State Park

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Located south of Savannah on the banks of the Ogeechee River, this scenic park showcases the best-preserved earthwork fortification of the Confederacy. The earthworks were attacked seven times by Union ironclads but did not fall until 1864—ending General William T. Sherman’s “March to the Sea.” Visitors can explore the grounds with cannons, a hot shot furnace, bombproof barracks, palisades and more, while a Civil War museum contains artifacts, a video and gift shop.
 
Nestled among giant live oaks, Spanish moss and salt marsh, this park is a beautiful location for camping, fishing, boating and picnicking. Seven cabins sit on stilts near the marsh, surrounded by palm trees and palmettos. The shaded campground is bordered by tidal Redbird Creek, a boat ramp, fishing dock and nature trail. A large picnic area offers river views and playgrounds, while another boat ramp provides access to the Ogeechee River.
Directions

GPS Coordinates:

N 31.888583 | W -081.200883
Located 10 miles east of I-95 on Spur 144 (take I-95 exit #90).


Address
3894 Fort McAllister Road
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Bryan County
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Fort McAllister State Park
3894 Fort McAllister Road
Richmond Hill, GA 31324 View Details


  31.888583
Fort McAllister State Park



Phone
912-727-2339

Going Batty for Bats
Saturday, Jun 15, 2024 8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
Presenter/Location: Fort McAllister State Park
Join us in front of the Visitor Center for a short walk to our bat boxes on the park. A ranger will guide you through the bodacious world of bats on the GA coast.  $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
Take Flight Event
S'more Campfires, Please
Friday, Jun 21, 2024 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Presenter/Location: Fort McAllister State Park
Snuggle up next to our campfire and unwind. A park ranger will have some activities planned too. Meet us by the picnic shelters. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
Reptile Olympics
Saturday, Jun 29, 2024 9 AM to 11 AM
Presenter/Location: Fort McAllister State Park
Come join us in the day use area of the park to play some reptile games! We are going to jump start the weekend by getting active while we learn about reptile behaviors and characteristics. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
Accessible EventTales of Scales Event
Independence Day Celebration
Saturday, Jul 6, 2024 10 AM to 2 PM
Presenter/Location: Fort McAllister State Park
Step back in time and commemorate Independence Day with the spirit of 1864! This traditional celebration is filled with captivating living history demonstrations, featuring musket firings and the awe-inspiring spectacles of artillery display as well as old-timey games and fresh watermelon!  $6-$10. 912-727-2339.
Accessible Event
Junior Ranger Camp #2 July 8-11
Monday, Jul 8, 2024 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Presenter/Location: Fort McAllister State Park
Spend four days with the park rangers and learn skills from Civil War soldier training to outdoor survival skills to archery. Become an official Junior Ranger! For ages 6-12. Registration begins May 1. Payment is due upon registration.  $120. 912-727-2339.
Tales of Scales Event
Contacts
Barry Ellis
912-727-2339 

Danny Joseph Brown
912-727-2339  Park Manager, DNR Fort McAllister Historic Park