Contact Info
St. Simons Island, GA 31522
- Phone:
- 912-638-3639
Basics
- Type:
- Other
Description
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.
Hours + Fees
Hours:
Visitor Center open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm seven days a week
Call: 912-638-3639 for updates on operating hours and emergency closures
Closed Christmas Day
Bloody Marsh Unit is open 8:30 am to 4:00 pm seven days a week (also closed on Christmas).
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Coming South on Interstate 95 to U.S. 17
Take Exit 38 and turn left onto Spur 25/Golden Isles Parkway. Follow Spur 25 until it ends at U.S. 17. Take a right onto U.S. 17 (south).
Coming North on Interstate 95 to U.S. 17
Take Exit 29 and turn right onto U.S. 17.
U.S. 17 to Fort Frederica
From U.S. 17, take the F.J. Torras Causeway to St. Simons Island. At first traffic light on the island, turn left onto Sea Island Road. Go 1.5 miles to next traffic light, and turn left onto Frederica Road. Follow Frederica Road for two miles (take second right off roundabout). The park entrance is located 300 yards past Christ Church.
