Fort McAllister State Park
For centuries the rising and ebbing tides of the Great Ogeechee River at Fort McAllister State Historic Park have mirrored the currents of history, connecting Native American life, the valor of Civil War soldiers through to the Henry Ford Era and on to present day visitors.
About This Site
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Location
3894 Fort McAllister Rd, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
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Amenities
| Amenity | Available |
|---|---|
| Admission Fee | ✓ |
| Lodging | ✓ |
| Visitor or Nature Center | ✓ |
| Restrooms | ✓ |
| Drinking Fountain or Potable Water | ✓ |
| Trails | ✓ |
| Boardwalk | ✕ |
| Camping | ✓ |
| RV Hookups | ✓ |
| Picnic Area | ✓ |
| Kayaking or Canoeing | ✓ |
Located close to I-95 south of Savannah on the banks of the Ogeechee River, this scenic park showcases the best-preserved earthwork fortification of the Confederacy. The earthworks were attacked seven times by Union ironclads but did not fall until 1864—ending General William T. Sherman’s “March to the Sea.” Visitors can explore the grounds with cannons, a hot shot furnace, bombproof barracks, palisades and more, while a Civil War museum contains artifacts, a video and gift shop.
Featured Birds
Bald Eagle
Brown Thrasher
Brown-headed Nuthatch
Hooded Merganser
Little Blue Heron
Painted Bunting
Red-headed Woodpecker
Wood Stork
Nestled among giant live oaks, Spanish moss and salt marsh, this park is a beautiful location for camping, wildlife watching, fishing, boating and picnicking. The shaded campground is bordered by tidal Redbird Creek, a boat ramp, fishing dock and nature trail. A large picnic area offers river views and playgrounds, while another boat ramp provides access to the Ogeechee River.
Iconic birds of Fort McAllister State Historic Park include: Northern Flicker, Laughing Gull, Yellow-throated Warbler, Red-headed Woodpecker, Summer Tanager, Great Crested Flycatcher, Blue-gray Gnatcatcher, Northern Cardinal, and Carolina Wren.
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