Fort Frederica National Monument

Fort Frederica walks you back in time where you can imagine what life would have been like for the British soldiers in America during the early life of the US. This is a very picturesque park with old oak trees and hanging moss. While touring the park you see a lot of building foundations with signs that explain what the buildings were. Only one building remains wholly intact. Couple of items to note...The park office and Visitor Center is closed on Monday and Tuesday's, but the park itself is open. So if you're looking for souvenirs or to get your book stamped plan accordingly. There are bathrooms available and ample parking.

This place is such a peaceful and interesting place to explore. It’s a historical site with a lot of open space, trees, and walking paths. The area used to be a British fort and settlement built in the 1700s, and now it’s an active archaeological site where you can actually see the remains of old structures. There’s something cool about seeing real pieces of history right where they were found. It’s not a big park, but it has a quiet, calm vibe that makes you want to slow down and take it all in. There were plenty of informational signs around the site, and it’s self-guided, which was perfect for us. There’s a visitor center + gift shop, and the lady working there was super friendly and helpful, she gave us some great info before we started walking the site. Another nice surprise: there’s no entrance fee to visit, which made the whole experience even better. The only thing we regret is forgetting to buy a fridge magnet before we left, we were planning to, and totally forgot, which made us a bit sad.Love this place.But again we love this place and really enjoyed it!

Treat yourself to a beautiful hour or two roaming this lovely and lovingly kept National Monument! No admission fees or parking fees whatsoever! Informative, inspiring, and realistic in relaying the history; this treasure should be on your National Park must see list. Free to all, very nice, well-stocked gift shop with lovely, local artists wares and great book selections. On of my favorite ‘day’ dates to myself!

Fort Frederic National Monument is a fascinating destination for history enthusiasts! The site beautifully showcases the remnants of a colonial fort, providing a glimpse into the area's military past. The guided tours offer insightful stories about the fort's history and its significance. The surrounding grounds are well-maintained, making it a pleasant place to explore and take in the scenery. The staff is knowledgeable and passionate, enhancing the overall visitor experience. Whether you're interested in history or just looking for a peaceful outdoor outing, Fort Frederic is definitely worth a visit!

Beautifully cultivated grounds. Video history given in the theater was excellent. There are not a lot of ruins, but those that are present are very interesting. We sat on a bench under a live oak tree and soaked in the sights and sounds. Some deer walked within 50 yards and laid down on a secluded shady spot as well.

Free to visit! This historical site is absolutely fantastic!! I can't recommend it enough. I recommend bringing water with you (you can refill your cup/bottle at the drinking fountain with the eco bottle thing), sunglasses, sunblock, and bugspray. Definitely stop by the indoor museum first, and take in all that they have to offer you. There is so much to see and learn. From there, you can head outside, use the restrooms, and then begin down the trail to head towards "Broad St." Which leads you straight to the fort. Along the way, you will see the old grid work and street lines, etc. as they continue to do digs and uncover more of history. I loved walking through and seeing the markers indicating what once was in front of where I was standing. Though like so many others, I wish the original structures were still here today. You can not enter the fort nor go "on top" of it. You can walk around it and watch your surroundings for the local wildlife. It's definitely a beautiful place. We saw quite a few deer around. We were on a crunch for time as we got to stop on the way back from one of St. Simmons Island beaches. The old burying grounds are very fascinating, so much history in such a small space. There is a trail leading farther down from there. However, signs are posted to watch for ticks, and we were not dressed or prepared for ticks. We would like to return and explore further in the future and see what else they uncover on the land. I had a nice conversation with a park ranger who told me how they are still uncovering things all the time, and it's unclear as to when they will ever be done uncovering the ruins of Frederica. The history of the town, what happened to it, and everything leading up to today is very interesting. Check them out when you're nearby! As well as the neighboring Christ Church Frederica-we only saw the cemetery, but it was gorgeous. Again, I would love to come back and delve deeper into that history as well!

I went there today. It was burning hot. But the history is amazing, incredibly amazing. It was a powerful experience to see this place. The remains of those buildings, walking down the paths they did, if you're fascinated with the smaller and lesser told stories of our country, you'll love this place. The visitors centre was decent as well, the employees were incredibly friendly.

Free entry, lots of parking, and absolutely beautiful grounds to walk while learning the history of the area. It also has one of the best junior ranger books in terms of telling a story and getting kids involved in the experience of what happened there. The visitor center had a “tavern” where you can see recovered artifacts, play colonial tavern games, and kids can dress up in colonial outfits. While visiting, we also got to see an area that was currently being excavated.