FORT FREDERICA NATIONAL MONUMENT - St. Simons Island, GA





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Overview

Established in 1736, the town of Frederica was the southernmost post of the British colonies in North America. It protected the rest of Georgia and South Carolina form the Spanish in Florida. The park is known for it's exceptional beauty. Stately oaks, exceptionally large grape vines, and Spanish moss lend an air of antiquity unequaled on the coast.  

Activities & Amenities

	Swimming Pool		Biking		Tent Camping
	Hiking Trails		Fishing		RV Camping
	Deer Viewing Area		Picnicing		Restrooms
	Playground		Laundry		Dump Station
	Hadicapped Access		Telephones		Sleeping Shelter
	Golf Course

Facilities and Services

Visitor Center/Exhibits: Visitor Center with exhibits, 25 minute film 'this is Frederica", interactive touch - screen information computers, restrooms, NPS Cooperating Association Museum Store.

Historic Structures, Sites: The park is primarily and archeological site. The town site contains the exposed foundations of many houses. Ruins of the fort's magazine and barracks can be visited

Trails: A self-guided walking trail leads past wayside exhibits and signs explaining daily life in "Frederica Town". A self-guided audio tour is also available for rent in the Visitor Center for a nominal fee.

Programs and Activities: Regularly schedules Ranger Tours are available seasonally. Education Programs for schools are available by reservation. The Archeological Education Program is available for 4th grade classes in Glynn County, GA. A five-day long Summer Day Camp is available for all kids 6-12 during the summer

Lodging and camping facilities: None in the Park. Resorts and Motels are nearby. Camping is available at Jekyll Island, Blythe Island Regional Park, and private campgrounds on the mainland.

Food, Supplies: Canned soft drinks, insect repellent, and film are available form the Museum Shop.

Museum Shop: The Museum Shop, operated by the non-profit Ft. Frederica Association offers a wide selection of books, magazines, pamphlets, children items, reproduction colonial objects, postcards, and slides

Accessibility: Accessible to the disabled

Annual Events

Ft. Frederica Festival - First Saturday in March. A family oriented afternoon of colonial games, crafts, music, and fun. Admission fee waived all day.

Ft. Frederica Easter 5k Easter "Saturday". One-mile fun run and 5k-road race. Starts near Visitor Center. Entry fee for race

National Park Day - Aug. 25

Holiday Open House - First weekend following Christmas

Nearby Attractions

St. Simons Island Lighthouse and Museum
Ft. King George State Historic Site
Jekyll Island Historic Site
Hofwyl - Broadfield Plantation State Historic Site

Fees

7-Day Family Permit: $4.00 per vehicle or $2.00 per person. Federal Recreation Passports including Golden Age, Golden Access, and Golden Eagle Passports are honored.

Hours

Open Daily: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed Christmas Day

Information

Ft. Frederica National Monument
Route 9, Box 286-C
St. Simons Island, GA 31522-9710
(912) 638-3639
(912) 638-3639 (fax)

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