Fort Fisher State Historic Site

Category: Historical place museum

Address: 1610 Fort Fisher Blvd S, Kure Beach, NC 28449, USA

Phone: +19102517340

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 9AM–4:45PM

Wednesday: 9AM–4:45PM

Thursday: 9AM–4:45PM

Friday: 9AM–4:45PM

Saturday: 9AM–4:45PM

Reviews

Kevin McCuen

Jul 23, 2022

This is an absolutely fantastic historic site. They've done a great job keeping up with the exhibits and the grounds. We learned a lot thanks to the information provided. I recommend any fan of history visit and walk the grounds!

lifecode.

Jul 21, 2022

We were waiting for our ticket time at the aquarium. This area was right before you turn into the aquarium and you climb down some rocks! Highly recommend stopping! The beach was beautiful! Tons of unique sea shells!

K Ross

Jul 20, 2022

This was a great find along the way when we decided to take the ferry across the water. Definitely worth the detour. Plenty of history and helps share the history so we can remember and learn from our past.

sahar

Jun 19, 2022

my favorite place to access the beach. parking is usually available however it's busy on weekends. nice grill area and bathrooms are conveniently located with changing rooms and a small wash station

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Questions & Answers

why is this place famous

Cherlisa Berrios | Aug 2, 2018
Scott Hamilton | Aug 3, 2018

This is the last fortress protecting the ports of the Confederacy open to trade during the War Between the States. The Garrison held out against overwhelming odds. In the end, it was overwhelmed by a combination of massive numbers on the ground, massed naval firepower and the mind numbing incompetence of General Braxton Bragg.

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Is the foraging of edible wild plants allowed on the marshy fringed of the park?

Micky Thorn | Aug 2, 2018
Play It Loud (Play It Loud) | Aug 3, 2018

Not a good idea. It's illegal and a good way to upset the rangers.

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where does ferry drop is off at

Tina Justice | Aug 2, 2018
RICKY C HALL | Aug 3, 2018

Yes it about a 1/4 mile pass the park

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Why was the ship named USS Peterhoff Who was Peter Hoff and where did he originate from. My husbands name is peter hoff and we found this very intriguing when we came and visited Fort Fishcer seeing that you have the cannon from the ship.

Kathleen Hoff | Oct 5, 2020
malcolm hardison | Oct 6, 2020

He is from the show family guy its really funny

Do you do guided tours and how much is admission

Sharon Blair | Aug 2, 2018
Dave Harding | Aug 3, 2018

The tours are free and exceptionally well done. Visit their website for information on when the tours are scheduled. While there is no charge for admission to the museum or the tours, they do accept donations to help cover some of their costs.

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Is this place free?

Sarah Sheriff | Aug 1, 2020
Fort Fisher State Historic Site (Owner) | Aug 2, 2020

We are free to the public and open from Tuesday to Saturday from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

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How can i obtain permission to drive on the beach?are there any annual fees?

Tom Rittenhouse | Aug 2, 2019
Fort Fisher State Historic Site (Owner) | Aug 3, 2019

The Historic Site does not sell beach driving permits. You need to contact the Fort Fisher State Recreation Area. They are the beach access in the area.

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Fishing for sheepshead at fort fisher? Im looking for general areas to fish for sheepshead around carolina beach and fort fisher. I hear crabs and live minnows are good for sheeps, drum and flounder.

greg7504 | Aug 2, 2019
Trent Howerton | Aug 3, 2019

North end is good. Depends a lot on tidal shift and temps as to how deep they are, or are not. Good luck

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