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912-727-2339
FACILITIES AVAILABLE for June 14-16:
(Contact park for Backcountry reservations 912-727-2339.)
(as of June 11, 2013)
 Fort McAllister State Historic Park Business Plan
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 Gen. William T. Sherman’s “March to the Sea.” Visitors can explore the grounds with cannons, a 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. Three cottages 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.
SOLDIER PROGRAMS: Offered Tuesdays through Saturdays beginning at 1 p.m. Learn about the American Civil War, soldier life, medicine, infantry, weapons and more from staff historians.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office and Museum Hours: 8AM-5PM
$5 parking. Annual passes available.
GeorgiaStateParks.org/FortMcAllister
Historic Site Admission:
- $6.50 Adults
- $6.00 Seniors (62+)
- $3.75 Youth (6-17)
- $1.00 Child (under 6)
Group rates available with advance notice.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FACILITIES:
- 1,725 Acres
- 3 Cottages ($130) -- #3 is dog friendly ($40 per dog, max 2)
- 65 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($25-$28)
- Backcountry Campsites ($9/person)
- 2 Picnic Shelters ($40)
- Group Shelter (seats 150, $205)
- Pioneer Campground ($45)
- Earthwork Fort
- Civil War Museum and Gift Shop ($3.50-$5)
- Boat Ramps, Dock and Fishing Pier
ACTIVITIES:
- Daily Civil War Programs -- artillery, flags of the South, infantry or weapons. Call for times.
- Fort Tours -- self-guided using video, museum and fort guide or call for reservations.
- Saltwater Fishing
- Boating
- Canoe Rental
- Hiking and Biking – 4.3 miles of trails
- Bike Rental
- Picnicking
- GeoCaching
- Playgrounds
- Birding - Colonial Coast Birding Trail
- Weddings (park approval required)
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Daily Life of a Civil War Soldier
Wednesdays 1 PM until Jun 26, 2013 Thursdays 1 PM until Jun 27, 2013
Fridays 1 PM until Jun 28, 2013
Saturdays 1 PM until Jun 29, 2013
Tuesdays 1 PM until Jun 25, 2013
 Offered Tuesdays through Saturdays beginning at 1 p.m. Learn about the American Civil War, soldier life, medicine, infantry, weapons and more from staff historians. $3.50 - $6.50. 912-727-2339. |
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Summertime Weekend Programs
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays until Sep 1, 2013
  Friday - Campground campfires in the evening for registered guest only. Saturday - Nature Hikes (varied topics). Sunday - Special Programs, anything from Furry Forest Creatures to Women of the Civil War. Donations to our Friend's Chapter welcomed. $5 parking. 912.727.2339. |
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Jr. Ranger Camp
Weekdays 9 AM - 2 PM from Jun 24, 2013 until Jun 28, 2013
| Activities will include nature walks, arts and crafts, games, wildlife lessons, canoeing, nature scavenger hunts, and much more. $90. 912-727-2339. |
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Junior Ranger Camp - Week #1
Weekdays 9 AM - 2 PM from Jun 24, 2013 until Jun 28, 2013
| Spend a week with us and learn skills from Civil War soldier training to outdoor survival skills and canoeing. Become an official GA State Park & Historic Site JUNIOR RANGER!!! Camp rate charged per participant. For ages 8-12 years old. $85 per participant. $85. 912-727-2339. |
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Independence Day Celebration
Thursday, Jul 4, 2013 9 AM to 4 PM
| Join us as we celebrate our country's birthday and our right to be free. Civil War-era demonstrations from reenactors, spinning demonstrations, cannon and musket firings, old fashioned games, and lots of family fun and history. Adults $6.50, Seniors $6.00, Youth (6-17) $3.75, 5 & Under- Free. 912.727.2339. |
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Junior Ranger Camp - Week #2
Weekdays 9 AM - 2 PM from Jul 15, 2013 until Jul 19, 2013
| Spend a week with us and learn skills from Civil War soldier training to outdoor survival skills and canoeing. For ages 8-12 years old. $85. 912.727.2339. |
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Ft. McAllister Labor Day Festival 2013
Saturday, Aug 31, 2013 9 AM to 4 PM
| You deserve a little R & R for all of your hard work, so gather up the family and bring some friends! We invite you to kick back and enjoy music and entertainment, fun games for children & adults, a challenging grease pole, and great food. Adults $6.50, Seniors $6.00, Youth (6-17) $3.75, 5 & Under- FREE! 912.727.2339. |
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 28, 2013 9 AM to 3 PM
| By helping us maintain our park, you are saving you local natural and historical resource that is irreplaceable. Come out and get your hands dirty as we roll up our sleeves and clean-up our park to maintain its natural beauty and historical signifigance. No fees required, lunch provided to volunteers. All ages welcomed. 912.727.2339. |
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Candle Lantern Tours
Saturday, Oct 19, 2013 6 PM to 9 PM
| Experience the fort at night as you are guided around by candlelight See how confederate soldiers spent their evenings by campfire, how they passed the cold nights, and how they preformed their evening and nightly duties. Please call ahead to inquire about tour times. Adults $6.50, Seniors $6.00, Youth (6-18) $3.75, 5 & Under- Free 912.727.2339. |
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Winter Muster Reenactment
Saturday, Dec 14, 2013 9 AM to 4 PM| On December 13, 1864, General Sherman ended his March to the Sea by ordering his troops to take Fort McAllister. Come and watch as we reenact this historically significant moment in our country's history. Program & demonstration from 9am - 4pm. Battle at 5:00pm. Adults $6.50, Seniors $6.00, Youth (6-17) $3.75, 5 & Under Free. 912.727.2339. |
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