Fort Frederica National Monument

Things To Do Near Fort Frederica National Monument

After taking the Golden Isle Parkway to Fort Frederica, you can find lots to do at this fort that is surrounded by a maritime forest. Start your trip at the visitor center and tour the museum to see the archeological finds dug up at this location that was originally constructed in the 1740s. This place is a fantastic spot for a bike ride, and a bike rack and bike repair station are available near the park’s entrance. This spot is also a great place to go bird-watching or to sit on one of the benches and watch the water. 

Hiking Trails

• Georgia Department of Natural Resources Headquarters

  Follow boardwalks and cross bridges on this trail at the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Headquarters. This trail runs through several ecosystems, including marshes and maritime forests, as it passes along the shoreline. This location is a great place to go bird-watching. 

  Location

  2 M.L.K. Jr Dr. SE, Atlanta, GA 30334

  Length

  1 mile

  Intensity

  Easy

• Cannon’s Point Preserve Trail

  The Cannon’s Point Preserve Trail runs by several historic ruins, including a tabby potato barn, slave cabin rubble, and a hospital's remnants. The original structures belonged to a potato plantation operated at this site. 

  Location

  Cannon Point Road, St. Simons Island, Georgia 31522

  Length

  5 miles

  Intensity

  Moderate

• Wanderer Memory Trial

  The Wanderer Memory Trial runs alongside the Jekyll River on Jekyll Island. Interpretative signage along the way tells the story of Umawalla, who was brought to America from Africa on the last known slave ship to land in Georgia. 

  Location

  Beach View Dr, Jekyll Island, Georgia 31527

  Length

  1 mile

  Intensity

  Easy

Sightseeing

• Neptune Park

  This waterfront park offers a walking path, two large playgrounds, and picnic facilities. Several grills are available for preparing your favorite meals. Special concerts and movie nights are held here often. 

  Location

  550 Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island, Georgia 31522

• East Beach

  East Beach is the perfect place to spend a day playing in the water. Since the sand on this beach naturally packs down hard, you can even go for a bike ride. It is a fabulous place to go kiteboarding. There are three entrances to this beach. 

  Location

  4202 1st St, St. Simons Island, GA 31522

• St. Simons Pier

  St. Simons Pier is an ideal spot to go trout fishing, regardless of the hour. It is also a great place to go bird-watching to see storks and seabirds. You can often see massive cargo ships passing by this pier. 

  Location

  100 Mallery Street, St. Simons Island, GA 31522

Museums

• St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

  Climb the 129 steps to the top of the St. Simons Lighthouse for panoramic views of the entire area. Then, head next door to the lightkeeper’s house. It is filled with artifacts related to the lighthouse. Some artifacts also relate to the people who lived in this home and who kept light burning from 1872 to 1950. The lighthouse still sends beams out 23 nautical miles to warn ships of the island’s danger. 

  Location

  610 Beachview Dr, St. Simons Island, GA 31522

• World War II Homefront Museum

  Housed in the historic St. Simons Coast Guard Station constructed in 1936, the World War II Homefront Museum encourages you to discover what it was like to be a member of the United States Coast Guard at the start of World War II. You can test your skills spotting enemy aircraft. Train to be a pilot of a warplane or help construct a liberty ship to deliver supplies to troops serving overseas. 

  Location

  4201 1st Street, St. Simons Island, Georgia 31522

Nearby Shops and Restaurants

• Simons

  You can find antiques from around the world at this shop. It also offers a wide range of gifts and home décor. Find the perfect artwork for your home or RV by shopping the collection from local artists. 

  Location

  316 Mallery Street, St. Simons Island, Georgia 31522

• Mixed Nuts & Consignments

  Find trendy clothing for every member of your family at Mixed Nuts & Consignments. Most of the items are incredibly stylish. An entire room in this immaculate shop is dedicated to Lily Pulitzer. 

  Location

  3415 Frederica Road, St. Simons Island, Georgia 31522

• Sea Salt Healthy Kitchen

  Find many healthy entrée options featuring options from around the world at Sea Salt Healthy Kitchen. Bowls, wraps, and salads are all available. The knowledgeable staff can help you pick out options that you will love and that are healthy for you. 

  Location

  30 Retreat Plaza, St. Simons, Georgia 31522

• Porch

  Choose the spiciness of your chicken breading when you choose to dine at Porch. Fried and roasted chicken are this restaurant’s specialties, but if you are not in the mood for chicken, it also serves catfish, shrimp, and many types of sandwiches. 

  Location

  549 Ocean Boulevard, St. Simons, Georgia 31522

How To Get To Fort Frederica National Monument

It is easy to get from Brunswick to Fort Frederica National Monument. Take Gloucester St/State Route 25 Connector north, and turn left on Glynn Avenue. Then, turn right to get on the F J Torras Causeway. Stay straight to continue onto Kings Way, and veer left to get on Sea Island Road. Turn left on Frederica Road. You will need to take the second exit at the traffic circle to remain on Frederica Road. After the circle, you will arrive at Fort Frederica National Monument in 0.9 miles. This destination is open all year long, except for a few winter holidays. It can be bustling in April and May because it is a popular place for school field trips. 

Address

6515 Frederica Road, St. Simons, Georgia 31522

Fee: Entry fee $0

Learn more about the fort and the community built by James Oglethorpe by visiting Fort Frederica National Monument. Tour the museum to see the archeological finds unearthed at this property from the 18th century. Then, join a park ranger on a tour of the fort and town. If archeologists are working, look at what they might be finding. This location is also a great place to sit and watch the water and the birds. Surrounding this site, you can find terrific places to hike, shop, and play on St. Simons Island. Then, expand your travels further to take in the other nearby islands. The best way to explore this area is in an RV. If you do not have one, then rent one on RVshare.com.