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A Turning Point in Military History

In the days before the Civil War, brick forts were America's main defense against overseas enemies. In one two-day battle during the Civil War, new technology proved its superiority to brick forts. The Union army used rifled cannons to compel a surrender by Confederates inside Fort Pulaski. No one ever built a brick fort again after the battle.

 
Interpretive programs at Fort Pulaski

Interpretive Programs

Fort Pulaski National Monument offers daily interpretive programs including guided tours and musket firings. Expanded living history programs, including hourly cannon demonstrations, are held each Saturday.
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Abundant wildlife on Cockspur Island

Wildlife

The salt marshes and upland areas of Fort Pulaski National Monument support many species of wildlife. If lucky you may catch a glimpse of one of the 11 Protected Species that have been identified at the park. These are: American oystercatcher, bald eagle, gull-billed tern, least tern, loggerhead sea turtle, manatee, peregrine falcon, piping plover, swallow-tailed kite, Wilson’s plover and woodstork.
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Cockspur Island Lighthouse

Cockspur Island Lighthouse

Clinging to the tip of Cockspur Island, the Cockspur Light has withstood crashing waves, the roar of cannons, and the wrath of time. For more than 150 years it has defiantly stood guard over the mouth of the Savannah River. Come explore a piece of Georgia history through Fort Pulaski's Lighthouse Overlook Trail.
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Bicycle, take a nature walk, tour the fort

Things To Do

Make the most of your visit to Fort Pulaski National Monument! Explore the historic fort, or take a scenic nature walk. Spend a day fishing, kayaking, hiking, or bicycling. Enjoy the outdoors at Fort Pulaski!
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Write to

Fort Pulaski NM
P. O. Box 30757
Savannah, GA 31410

Phone

Visitor Information
(912) 786-5787

Fax

(912) 652-4232

Climate

Hot and humid in summer, mild to chilly and breezy in winter. Rainy periods throughout the year. Wear comfortable sportswear. Walking shoes and insect repellant are recommended.
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Communities Surrounding Fort Pulaski National Monument
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Tybee Island, GA (8 min. ) Pop. 3,392
Savannah, GA (46 min. ) Pop. 131,510
Pooler, GA (1 hr.  2 min. ) Pop. 6,239
Bloomingdale, GA (1 hr.  6 min. ) Pop. 2,665
Hardeeville, SC (1 hr.  8 min. ) Pop. 1,793
Richmond Hill, GA (1 hr.  9 min. ) Pop. 6,959
Meldrim, GA (1 hr.  10 min. )
 Rincon, GA (1 hr.  10 min. ) Pop. 4,376
Fleming, GA (1 hr.  15 min. ) Pop. 369
Bluffton, SC (1 hr.  21 min. ) Pop. 1,275
Hilton Head Island, SC (1 hr.  34 min. ) Pop. 33,862
Port Royal, SC (1 hr.  39 min. ) Pop. 3,950
Saint Helena Island, SC (1 hr.  55 min. )
Daufuskie Island, SC (1 hr.  59 min. )