Fort Pulaski National Monument Custom Search The defining events of Fort Pulaski occurred during the American Civil War. In April of 1862, Union troops directed rifled cannon fire at the fort breaching the southeast angle. The quick success of this experimental cannon surprised military strategists. The accuracy and range of the rifled cannon rendered brick fortifications obsolete. Immediately after capturing the fort, Union Major General David Hunter, an ardent abolitionist, ordered the release of area slaves. Many were recruited into the Union army comprising the First South Carolina Colored Regiment. The park includes scenic marsh and uplands that support a variety of animal life characteristic of southern barrier islands. White-tailed deer, alligators, and raccoons as well as resident and migratory birds grace the landscape. Spanish moss drapes from yaupon holly bushes and vegetation includes cabbage palms, various wetland grasses, and a variety of temperate hardwood and pine trees.     CONTACTS Email - FOPU_Administration@nps.gov Fax- 912-786-6023 Write to P.O. Box 30757 Savannah, GA 31410-0757 Phone Visitor Information - (912) 786-5787 TRAVEL BASICS Operating Hours, Seasons Fort 8:30AM-5:15PM * Visitor Center 9:00AM-5:00PM The park is open every day except Christmas Day. Extended summer hrs. Getting There PLANE - Savannah International Airport CAR - Follow U.S. HWY 80 East toward Tybee Island, Georgia. The entrance is located about fifteen miles east of Savannah, Georgia. Weather & Climate Hot and humid in summer, mild to chilly and breezy in winter. Rainy periods throughout the year. Wear comfortable sportswear. Walking shoes and insect repellant are recommended. Accessibility Facilities: Visitor Center parking, restrooms, and exhibits are wheelchair accessible. Fort lower level, and restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Picnic area parking, restrooms, and tables are wheelchair accessible. Interpretive Services: Written audio station transcripts available in English and Braille. Fort audio cassettes and tape players loaned upon request. Captioned orientation film. Brochures available in English, German, Polish, Japanese, French, and Spanish. FACILITIES Museums VISITOR CENTER Open All Year 9:00AM to 5:00PM Phone - (912) 786-5787   Map Detailed Map Contact Info Phone, Email, Address, GPS coordinates Campgrounds Nearby List of Nearby Campgrounds Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Fort Pulaski National Monument.   Campgrounds Near Fort Pulaski National Monument: Rivers End City Park, Tybee Island, 7 miles away River's End Campground and RV Park, Tybee Island, 7 miles away Rivers End Campground and RV Park, Tybee Island, 7 miles away Skidaway Island State Park, Savannah, 9 miles away Savannah Visitors Center, Savannah, 11 miles away Hardeeville RV Thomas Parks, Hardeeville, 11 miles away Stoney Crest Plantation Campground, Bluffton, 13 miles away   Marinas Near Fort Pulaski National Monument: Hogans' Marina, Savannah , 2 miles away Sail Harbor Marina, Savannah , 3 miles away Lazaretto Creek Marina, Tybee Island , 5 miles away Landings Harbor, Savannah , 5 miles away Savannah Bend Marina, Savannah , 6 miles away   Hotels Near Fort Pulaski National Monument: Officers View On Captain View, Tybee Island , 7 miles away Savannah Marriott Riverfront, Savannah , 10 miles away Homewood Suites Savannah Historic District-Riverfront, Savannah , 10 miles away Kimpton Brice Hotel, Savannah , 10 miles away Olde Harbour Inn, Savannah , 10 miles away Kehoe House, Savannah , 10 miles away The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, Savannah , 10 miles away   Public Lands Near Fort Pulaski National Monument: Fort Frederica National Monument, St. Simons Island - GA , 58 miles away Skidaway Island State Park, Georgia , 8 miles away   Golf Courses Near Fort Pulaski National Monument: Wilmington Island Golf Course, Savannah , 3 miles away Landings Club, Savannah , 9 miles away Savannah Golf Club, Savannah , 9 miles away Bacon Park Golf Course, Savannah , 9 miles away Club At Savannah Harbor, Savannah , 10 miles away   Lakes Near Fort Pulaski National Monument Lake Mayer, Chatham County , 9 miles away