Fort Macon State Park

North Carolina State Park

Entrance feeFree
CampingDay use only
DirectionsOfficial NC State Parks pagePark map

About Fort Macon State Park

A meticulously restored pre-Civil War fort with daily guided tours and regular cannon and musket demonstrations. Outside the walls are a swimming beach, dune and salt-marsh trails, and more than 300 recorded bird species.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

Entrance fee

Free entry — There are no fees required to access Fort Macon State Park for day use. Fees are charged for certain event permits.

Hours

January–February: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

March: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

April–May: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

June–August: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

September: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

October: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

November–December: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hours as published by NC State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone252-726-3775

Address2303 E. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512

Upcoming events at Fort Macon State Park

Event details and registration are on the NC State Parks calendar.

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