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Fort Moultrie Fishing Dock Closure
The Fort Moultrie Fishing Dock is currently under construction and closed to the public.
Posted or updated Sep 27, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
National Historical Park
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park is a National Historical Park in South Carolina. The NPS currently lists 4 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 2 visitor centers; entrance fees start at $10.
South Carolina National Historical Park America the Beautiful pass accepted
Updated · NPS Data API
About the park
“Two forts stand at the entrance of Charleston Harbor. Patriots inside a palmetto log fort, later named Fort Moultrie, defeated the Royal Navy in 1776. As Charleston blazed a path towards secession to preserve slavery, construction on a new fort, Fort Sumter, proceeded.”
Active alerts
4
Closures
0
Campgrounds
0
Visitor centers
2
Current alerts and closures
4 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 0 closures, 0 danger, 0 caution and 4 information.
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Accessibility Lifts Out of Service at Fort Sumter
The mobility lifts at Fort Sumter are currently out of order. The parade ground (ground level) of the fort remains wheelchair accessible.
Posted or updated Sep 27, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
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Scam Warning: Book Ferry Tickets Through Authorized Concessioner Only
The National Park Service is aware of fraudulent websites selling invalid ferry tickets to Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park. Valid ferry tickets can only be purchased through the park's authorized concessioner at www.fortsumtertours.com. Visitors should carefully verify the website address before purchasing tickets. Tickets purchased through unauthorized websites are not valid and will not be honored.
Posted or updated Jul 30, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
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Patriots Point Ferries Accessibility Information
Ferries to Fort Sumter from Patriots Point are not always accessible for individuals who use mobility assistance devices or have trouble navigating stairs. The Fort Sumter Visitor Center departure location is fully accessible or visitors can call Fort Sumter Tours (843-722-2628) for current Patriots Point accessibility conditions.
Posted or updated Jun 22, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Entrance fees and passes
A site fee of $10 per adult is required for Fort Moultrie. Fort Sumter requires ferry tickets be purchased from a third party concessioner. For more information on purchasing tickets for Fort Sumter, please visit www.fortsumtertours.com.
| Fee | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance - Per Person | $10 | Fort Moultrie charges a per person entrance fee for adults. Anyone 16 years old or older is considered an adult. Buy online |
| Pass | Cost | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Entrance - Park | $35 | Recreation.gov |
The interagency America the Beautiful pass is accepted here. This park is cashless — bring a card or buy your pass online. Fee details on nps.gov
Things to do
Activities the NPS lists for Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie.
AstronomyStargazingBoatingBoat TourFishingSaltwater FishingFoodDiningGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHands-OnCitizen ScienceLiving HistoryReenactmentsHistoric Weapons DemonstrationJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store
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Operating hours
Fort Moultrie represents the entire history of static seacoast defenses in the United States, from the American Revolution through World War II.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Friday | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
Weather: Mild winters. Hot and humid during the summer.
Contact and directions
- Phone
- (843) 883-3123
- [email protected]
- Address
- 340 Concord Street, Charleston, SC 29401
- Coordinates
- 32.7565, -79.8707· View on OpenStreetMap
Visitor centers
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Moultrie Visitor Center | Daily: 9:00AM - 4:30PM | 8438833123 | Yes |
| Fort Sumter Visitor Center at Liberty Square | Daily: 9:00AM - 4:30PM | 8435770242 | Yes |
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/fosu/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.