Fort King George
Darien, GA
A reconstructed 1720s British blockhouse fort on the Altamaha River, the oldest English fort site on the Georgia coast. A short marsh trail runs behind it.
- Nearest town
- Darien, GA
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 31.3640, -81.4165
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Inland Harbor RV ParkCampsite3 mi from Fort King George
- Cathead Creek Ranch & RV ParkMotorhome stopover6 mi from Fort King GeorgeMotorhomes
- Altamaha Regional ParkCampsite12 mi from Fort King GeorgeTentsCaravansElectricityWi-Fi
- Lake Harmony RV ParkMotorhome stopover12 mi from Fort King GeorgeMotorhomes
- McIntosh Lake RV ParkMotorhome stopover12 mi from Fort King GeorgeMotorhomes
- Southern Retreat RV ParkCampsite18 mi from Fort King GeorgeTentsCaravans
All campsites in Georgia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Fort King George?
Fort King George is in Darien, GA, at GPS 31.3640, -81.4165. It is about 15 mi from St. Simons Island.
Can you camp near Fort King George?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Inland Harbor RV Park, about 3 mi away; within 25 mi there are 14 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Fort King George?
Fort King George is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Georgia’s Golden Isles and the Okefenokee.
What is there to see near Fort King George?
Places worth a stop nearby: St. Simons Lighthouse (16 mi), Driftwood Beach (18 mi), Jekyll Island Historic District (21 mi) and Bonaventure Cemetery (52 mi).
When is the best time to visit Fort King George?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)