Fort Pulaski National Monument is a National Monument in Georgia. This guide combines the park's official information with computed sunrise, sunset and Milky Way times, satellite climate data and 4 photo locations inside or next to the park.
Best photo spots in Fort Pulaski
We matched 4 named overlooks, waterfalls, peaks and other features to Fort Pulaski. Each has its own page with sun directions and a monthly golden hour table.
Lighthouses (3)
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LighthouseNational Wildlife Refuges (1)
Sunrise, sunset & golden hour
At Fort Pulaski the sunrise point swings a long way through the year: about 62° (ENE) at the June solstice and 118° (ESE) in late December. Sunset moves from 299° (WNW) in June to 243° (WSW) in December, and the midday sun climbs to 81° in summer but only 35° in winter.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Golden hour ends | Golden hour starts | Sunset | Sunset az. | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 8:01 AM | 5:06 PM | 5:42 PM | 246° | 10h 17m |
| February | 7:07 AM | 7:41 AM | 5:37 PM | 6:11 PM | 256° | 11h 04m |
| March | 7:35 AM | 8:07 AM | 7:00 PM | 7:32 PM | 268° | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 7:28 AM | 7:20 PM | 7:53 PM | 282° | 12h 58m |
| May | 6:27 AM | 7:02 AM | 7:40 PM | 8:15 PM | 293° | 13h 47m |
| June | 6:18 AM | 6:54 AM | 7:56 PM | 8:32 PM | 299° | 14h 14m |
| July | 6:29 AM | 7:04 AM | 7:56 PM | 8:32 PM | 296° | 14h 03m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 7:22 AM | 7:36 PM | 8:09 PM | 287° | 13h 20m |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:41 AM | 6:59 PM | 7:31 PM | 274° | 12h 23m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 8:01 AM | 6:20 PM | 6:53 PM | 260° | 11h 25m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 7:29 AM | 4:50 PM | 5:25 PM | 249° | 10h 32m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 7:55 AM | 4:45 PM | 5:22 PM | 243° | 10h 04m |
Computed for the park's reference point (32.0308, -80.9336); large parks span several minutes of difference.
Milky Way & dark skies
From Fort Pulaski, the Milky Way core is visible in a dark sky from February through October. June gives the longest window (about 6.3 hours on a moonless night), and the core peaks around 29° above the southern horizon. Our light-pollution model puts the sky at about Bortle 5 (suburban sky), so expect visible sky glow; drive away from towns for better results.
| Month | Core visible (15th) | Hours | Max altitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Not visible in darkness | — | — |
| February | 4:53 AM – 5:43 AM | 0.8 | 18° |
| March | 4:04 AM – 6:04 AM | 2.0 | 25° |
| April | 1:59 AM – 5:29 AM | 3.5 | 29° |
| May | 11:58 PM – 4:48 AM | 4.8 | 29° |
| June | 10:12 PM – 4:32 AM | 6.3 | 29° |
| July | 10:09 PM – 3:09 AM | 5.0 | 29° |
| August | 9:38 PM – 1:08 AM | 3.5 | 29° |
| September | 8:54 PM – 11:04 PM | 2.2 | 26° |
| October | 8:14 PM – 9:04 PM | 0.8 | 18° |
| November | Not visible in darkness | — | — |
| December | Not visible in darkness | — | — |
5 Estimated Bortle 5 — Suburban sky. The Milky Way is weak near the horizon and washed out overhead; long exposures pick up a sky glow.
Weather & best time to visit
Savannah has a humid sub tropical climate with over two hundred days of sunshine each year. Summers are typically hot, bright and humid with afternoon thunderstorms common. Temperatures often range from the lower 70s to the mid 90s F. Spring and autumn can be quite pleasant with temperatures ranging from the upper 50s into the 80s F. The winter months are usually dry. Temperatures can be cooler than one would expect, ranging from the upper 30s through the 60s F generally, though sudden cold snaps can occur.
Weather overview: National Park Service.
Long-term NASA satellite data for this area show October as the clearest month (about 45% average cloud cover) and February as the cloudiest (58%). July is the warmest month and January the coldest, which matters for gear, snow access and how long batteries last at night.
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Average high (°F)
Photography permits, drones & fees
Permits. Under federal law (54 U.S.C. 100905), still photography in National Park Service areas needs a permit only when it (1) takes place where members of the public are not allowed, (2) uses models, sets or props that are not part of the location's natural or cultural resources or administrative facilities, or (3) would cause the park to incur additional administrative costs to monitor the activity. Ordinary visitor and most landscape photography needs no permit. Commercial filming rules are separate and have changed in recent years — confirm current requirements with the park before a paid shoot.
Drones. Launching, landing or operating unmanned aircraft (drones) is prohibited in National Park Service units under a 2014 Superintendent's closure (36 CFR 1.5), except where a park has issued specific written approval. Flying from outside the boundary over park land can also violate park rules and disturb wildlife.
| Entrance fee | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Entrance - Per Person | $10.00 |
| Commercial Entrance - Per Person | $10.00 |
Fees as published by the NPS when this page was built — confirm on nps.gov before you go.
Getting there
From Interstate I-95, take Exit 99 onto Interstate I-16 East (James L Gillis Memorial Hwy) for 7 miles. Take Exit 164A onto Interstate I-516 East toward US-80 East. Take Exit 3 (US-17 S/US-80 E) toward US-80 East. Turn left onto Ocean Highway, Ogeechee Rd (US-17 N, US-80 East). Bear right onto West Victory Drive (US-80 East). Continue on US-80 East for 13 miles. GPS Coordinates for Fort Pulaski National Monument: N32° 01.680 W080° 53.525
Directions: National Park Service.
Activities
- Biking
- Boating
- Fishing
- Saltwater Fishing
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Hiking
- Living History
- Historic Weapons Demonstration
- Paddling
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Junior Ranger Program
- Wildlife Watching
- Birdwatching
- Park Film
- Museum Exhibits
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
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