National Monument

Fort Frederica National Monument

Fort Frederica National Monument is a National Monument in Georgia. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.

Georgia National Monument No entrance fee

Updated · NPS Data API

Ruin of Soldier Barracks at Fort Frederica NM
Ruin of Soldier Barracks at Fort Frederica NM · Photo: NPS photo (via nps.gov)

About the park

“War was imminent as James Oglethorpe established Fort Frederica in 1736, to help protect the British colonies from the Spanish in Florida. Fort Frederica illustrates the story of the War of Jenkins Ear (1739-1748) and how its British defenders fought off the Spanish Army.”

Active alerts

0

Closures

0

Campgrounds

0

Visitor centers

1

Current alerts and closures

The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

Things to do

See all 7 things to do in Fort Frederica →

Activities the NPS lists for Fort Frederica.

BikingGuided ToursHikingLiving HistoryJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmMuseum Exhibits

Operating hours

Park & Grounds Closed: Thanksgiving Christmas Day New Year's Day

Fort Frederica National Monument Grounds
DayHours
Monday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday9:00AM - 5:00PM

Weather: The site enjoys mild climate from fall through early summer, followed by hot, humid summers.

Contact and directions

Phone
9126383639 ext. 107
Email
[email protected]
Address
Fort Frederica National Monument, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Coordinates
31.2215, -81.3945· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor centerStandard hoursPhonePassport stamp
Fort Frederica Visitor CenterMon Closed · Tue Closed · Wed 9:00AM - 5:00PM · Thu 9:00AM - 5:00PM · Fri 9:00AM - 5:00PM · Sat 9:00AM - 5:00PM · Sun 9:00AM - 5:00PM9126383639Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Sources

  • Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
  • Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/fofr/index.htm
  • Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.