Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park
(912) 727-2339
Located on the bank of the Great Ogeechee River south of Savannah, this park is the home of the best preserved earthwork fortification of the Confederacy. The sand and mud earthworks were attacked seven times by Union ironclads, but did not fall until captured in 1864 by Gen. William T. Sherman during his infamous "March to the Sea." Nestled among giant live oaks and beautiful salt marsh, this park is a quiet location for camping, hiking, fishing and picnicking. The park's Civil War museum features an interior designed to resemble a bombproof, containing exhibits and artifacts, a video and gift shop. Three cottages sit on stilts at the marsh edge, surrounded by palm trees and palmettos. The campground is bordered by tidal Redbird Creek, a boat ramp and nature trail.
Georgia Battlefields
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office and Museum Hours: 8AM-5PM
Historic Site Admission: $2.50-$4
Facilities
1,725 Acres
65 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($24)
Backcountry Campsites ($5)
3 Cottages ($110)
Cottage #3 is a dog friendly cottage
2 Picnic Shelters ($30)
Group Shelter (seats 150, $200)
Pioneer Campground ($25 and up)
Earthwork Fort
Civil War Museum and Gift Shop
Boat Ramps and Dock
Fishing Pier
Playgrounds
Activities
Hiking and Biking - 4.3 miles of trails
Picnicking
Saltwater Fishing
Fort Tours (call for reservations)
Birding - Colonial Coast Birding Trail
Nearby Attractions
Wormsloe State Historic Site
Skidaway Island State Park
Fort Morris State Historic Site
Fort Pulaski National Monument
Old Fort Jackson
Historic Savannah, Ga.
Georgia's Colonial Coast Travel Region
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Events
Memorial Day Weekend at Fort McAllister
Saturday, May 24, 2008 10 AM - 5 PM
| This program will focus on the life and duties of the average Civil War soldier, including musket and cannon firings. $2.50 - $4. 912-727-2339. |
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July Fourth Celebration at Fort McAllister
Friday, Jul 4, 2008 10 AM - 4 PM
| Celebrate our nation's birthday with the troops of Fort McAllister. Cannon firings, musket firings, blacksmithing and historical games will run all day. $2.50 - $4. 912-727-2339. |
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Labor Day at Fort McAllister
Saturday, Aug 30, 2008 10 AM - 4 PM
| Civil War labor was much like ours today. Witness blacksmithing, woodworking and cannon firing demonstrations. Bring the kids to take part in old-fashion Civil War games. Pack a lunch and have a cool slice of melon with us. $2.50 - $4. 912-727-2339. |
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Candle Lantern Tour of Fort McAllister
Saturday, Oct 18, 2008 7 PM - 8 PM
| Tour Fort McAllister by candle light and witness skits put on by Civil War soldiers as they carry out their nightly duties. No flashlights please. $2.50 - $4. 912-727-2339. |
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Winter Muster & Battle at Fort McAllister
Saturday, Dec 13, 2008 10 AM - 6 PM
| Enjoy a day of fort activities leading up the the 15-minute battle that captured Fort McAllister. Witness and smell the battle that ended Sherman's March to the Sea. The battle will be followed by a candle lantern tour. $2.50 - $4. 912-727-2339. |
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