Fort Frederica National Monument — Frederica Rd.
St. Simons Island, GA Hours and Location

6515 Frederica Rd.
St. Simons Island, GA   31522Driving Directions
Phone: (912)638-3630(912)638-3630 Maps & Directions

https://www.nps.gov/fofr/planyou...

National Monument

Operating Hours & Seasons

Fort Frederica National Monument Visitor Center & Grounds

Park & Grounds Closed: Thanksgiving Christmas Day New Year's Day

Standard Hours

• Sunday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Monday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Tuesday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Wednesday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Thursday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Friday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Saturday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Fees & Passes

Entrance Fees:

• $0.00 - Entrance Fee
  Free admission to the park.

Entrance Passes:

• $0.00 - Free Admission to Park, no passes needed.
  Since Fort Frederica is free, no passes are needed. However we also do not have the ability to sell passes to visitors.

About

Centuries old conflict decided on St. Simons Island.

Georgia's fate was decided in 1742 when Spanish and British forces clashed on St. Simons Island. Fort Frederica's troops defeated the Spanish, ensuring Georgia's future as a British colony. Today, the archeological remnants of Frederica are protected by the National Park Service.

Directions

South on I 95 to U.S. 17: Exit 38 and Left onto Spur 25. Follow Spur 25 until U.S. 17. Take a right on U.S. 17 (south). North on I 95 to U.S. 17: Exit 29 and Right onto U.S. 17. From US 17: Take Causeway to St. Simons Island. Take first left onto Sea Island Rd. Go 1.5 miles to third traffic light, and Left onto Frederica Road. Follow Frederica Road for two miles (take second right off roundabout). The park entrance 300 yards past Christ Church.

Visitor Centers

Fort Frederica Visitor Center

The primary entrance into Fort Frederica National Monument.

Weather

The site enjoys mild climate from fall through early summer, followed by hot, humid summers.

Permits and Reservations Information