Fort Pulaski National Monument
GA

Fort Pulaski National Monument

Hours

Open daily · 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Entrance Fee

$10.00

Entrance - Per Person

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Fort Pulaski at a glance

Best time
March–May, October–November
Trip length
1–2 days
Don't miss
Birdwatching at Fort Pulaski
Nearby city
Savannah, GA

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About Fort Pulaski National Monument

For much of the 19th century, masonry fortifications were the United States’ main defense against overseas enemies. However, during the Civil War, new technology proved its superiority over these forts. Using rifled cannons, the U.S. Army compelled the Confederate garrison inside Fort Pulaski to surrender. The siege was a landmark experiment in the history of military science and invention.

4 current NPS alerts

  • Caution: Coastal Flooding
  • Information: McQueen's Island Trail Closed Beginning August 3, 2026
  • Information: Gorge Wall Preservation Closures Begin Fall 2026
  • +1 more in the Alerts tab

Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 12, 2026). Official Fort Pulaski National Monument page on nps.gov

Weather Information

Savannah has a humid sub tropical climate with over two hundred days of sunshine each year.

  • Spring

    and autumn can be quite pleasant with temperatures ranging from the upper 50s into the 80s F.

  • Summer

    are typically hot, bright and humid with afternoon thunderstorms common.

The winter months are usually dry. Temperatures can be cooler than one would expect, ranging from the upper 30s through the 60s F generally, though sudden cold snaps can occur.

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Per Person

$10.00

A per person fee of $10 is required to visit Fort Pulaski and the surrounding areas. Admission is valid for 7 consecutive days. Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge. Only available at the entrance station to Fort Pulaski National Monument. Credit/Debit Only

Commercial Entrance - Per Person

$10.00

Commercial bus/van tours are charged the per person fee for the number of persons on board.

Operating Hours

Fort Pulaski National Monument is open year round from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm, except for New Years, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Days. Last entry into the park is at 4:30 pm. Historic Fort Pulaski is open 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 pm and the Visitor Center is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

  • 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

Historic Fort Pulaski

Historic Fort Pulaski is open from 9:00am to 4:30pm, every day.

  • Monday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Tuesday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Wednesday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Thursday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Friday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Saturday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Sunday9:00AM - 4:30PM

Entrance Station

Last entry to the park is at 4:30pm.

  • Monday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Tuesday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Wednesday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Thursday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Friday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Saturday9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Sunday9:00AM - 4:30PM

Entrance Passes

Annual Entrance - Park

$35.00

The Fort Pulaski Annual Park Pass provides entry into Fort Pulaski National Monument for the pass holder and 3 other adults. The pass is valid for a year from the month of purchase. Each Fort Pulaski Annual Park Pass comes with one signature line for a single passholder.

Common questions

Planning Fort Pulaski National Monument

The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.

TrailVerse lists 1 reservation type on the Permits tab, including Fort Pulaski National Monument Tours. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.