Located in SC.
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. The Confederacy fired on the US garrison of Fort…
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Open daily · 9:00AM - 4:30PM
$10.00
Entrance - Per Person
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There will be no public beach access from Fort Moultrie during the Carolina Day weekend (Saturday June 27 and Sunday June 28).
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.
The Fort Moultrie Fishing Dock is currently under construction through Spring 2026.
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Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.