Fort Frederica National Monument
Built at a time when Spain and Great Britain were battling for possession of North America, Fort Frederica was established on St. Simons Island to protect Georgia from Spanish raiders from Florida.
Plan Around Fort Frederica National Monument
A good stop is not just something to read about. Once it belongs on the day, move into a saved trip and build the route around it.
Use this detail page to confirm that the stop is worth it, then carry that decision into a trip draft while the park context is still fresh.
Fort Frederica National Monument Details
Built at a time when Spain and Great Britain were battling for possession of North America, Fort Frederica was established on St. Simons Island to protect Georgia from Spanish raiders from Florida. Named for the son of King George II, the fort and surrounding town were constructed between 1736 and 1748 by James Oglethorpe, founder of the British colony of Georgia. At its peak, the complex had up to 1,000 inhabitants, including the hundreds of British soldiers who -- led by Oglethorpe -- turned back a Spanish invasion in 1742 and blunted Spain's dreams of northern expansion. Visitors can view remnants of the fort and town as well as the site of the Battle of Bloody Marsh, a key action in the conflict.
Difficulty
Open
Distance
N/A
Estimated time
N/A
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Fort Frederica National Monument
Compare nearby parks around Fort Frederica National Monument when deciding whether to expand the route after this stop.
Nearby Points of Interest Around Fort Frederica National Monument
Use nearby POIs to quickly expand your options beyond Fort Frederica National Monument while the map context is still fresh.
4.3 mi away
St. Simons Island
With sun-soaked beaches, wetland marshes, and live oak forests, this barrier island is home to a huge variety of birds.
4.6 mi away
Gould's Inlet
This small beach at the northern tip of St. Simons East Beach is all about wildlife.
5.5 mi away
East Beach, St. Simons Island
When it comes to outdoor adventure, there is no place quite like this picturesque beach in the Golden Isles.
6.4 mi away
Main Beach, Little St. Simons Island
Tucked away on Little St. Simons Island is this secluded 7-mile beach.
7.2 mi away
Altamaha Historic Scenic Byway
This 17-mile byway is like a tour through history.
