Fort Matanzas

Fort Matanzas National Monument

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Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the …

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Sep 18, 2024
We passed the sign for this park on the way south and decided to stop in. Knowing nothing about thé fort, we got FREE tix for the short ferry ride to the old Spanish fort and our park ranger, Steve, … Full review by Go66353492440
Aug 8, 2024
At Fort Matanzas, by the sea so wide, History and nature walk side by side. A ferry ride takes you across the bay, To where the old fort proudly stands today. The views are stunning, the breeze s… Full review by realhumanskulldotcom
Jun 20, 2024
Free to see. You take a ferry to the island. It leaves every hour starting at 930. However, the ferry gets booked, so go early to get tickets for when you want to go. It does not open on Tuesdays. Full review by kenneth0923
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Originally built as a watchtower to aid in the defence of St. Augustine from enemy ships, this well-preserved Spanish fort was named a nati…
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Fort Matanzas National Monument was designated a United States National Monument on October 15, 1924. The monument consist…
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Fort Matanzas National Monument is a United States National Monument run by the National Park Service. The Monument consists of a 17…
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Do you sell the National Park Passport in the visitor center? Or should I get it online in advance? Thanks!
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All parks " Should " have them available if they have a visitors center with a book store on site, which Fort Matanzas does. Just to be safe you might want to order online.
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Can I take my dog?
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Not allowed on the boat. Can go on the walking trail and elsewhere in the area on leash.
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How old is the fort?
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The fort was constructed between 1740 - 1742 so it is over 265 years old.
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Carry your camera to get some stunning shots
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Although entrance is free, donations are welcome
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The Spanish Officer Tour guide is a living history book. He really open your mind to the differences in culture between the Spanish, French, English and Native American cultures at the time American w…
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The first Saturday of February is Cannon Day at Fort Matanzas. Re-enactors present cannon firings for all tours except for the 9:30 and 4:30 tours
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Crowds: The fort is busiest on weekends, holidays and during the spring school visitation months. For a more relaxed visit plan on being here early in the day or on a week day
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Pets: Pets on a 6-foot leash are welcome in the park including on the beach and on the trails. Pets, except for service animals, are not allowed in the visitor centre, on the boat, or at the fort. Ple…
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Clothing: A wide-brimmed hat, dark glasses and sun block will help protect you against solar radiation while loose fitting, natural fibre clothing will help keep you cool. A jacket is recommended duri…
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Parking: While there is usually ample parking for visitors, the parking lot often fills up on weekends, and RV parking is limited
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A ferry leaves every half hour which is very convenient
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Stop at the visitor's center to see a short film chronicling the fort's turbulent history
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Admission is free for both the park and the ferry ride
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You need to pick up a boarding pass from the visitor center
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Makes a terrific excursion via a free 10-minute ferry that launches every hour (at half-past) from 9:30am to 4:30pm
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The fort is accessible only by guided boat tours. hiking trails are available on the barrier island
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Visitors can explore the fort, walk the nature trail and fish from the shore
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The only access into the fort was by a ladder which could be pulled up when not in use
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Together with its key location in the oldest city in the usa, it is one of the top vacation sites in north america
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Hop aboard a ferry—the fort is only accessible by water
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Board a ferry across the river to see the site of the fort
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The trail begins next to the restroom building and turns around at the matanzas river
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