Fort Ward, Saint Marks

#3 among attractions in Saint Marks

Forts and castles

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Fort Ward was a Confederate States of America fort located in Wakulla County, Florida, at the confluence of the Wakulla River and St. Marks River and named after Colonel George T. Ward, owner of Southwood Plantation, Waverly Plantation, and Clifford Place Plantation south of Tallahassee. During the American Civil War, Confederate troops placed a battery of cannons at Fort Ward. ()

Coordinates: 30°9'8"N, 84°12'39"W

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Fort Ward – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park, St. Marks Light, Shields Marina, Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park.

~190 ftS
State park, Park, Historical place
San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park, Saint Marks
1 min walk • San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park is a Florida State Park in Wakulla County, Florida organized around the historic site of a Spanish colonial fort, which was used by succeeding nations that controlled the area.
5.8 miS
Lighthouse
St. Marks Light, Saint Marks
149 min walk • The St. Marks Light is the second-oldest light station in Florida. It is located on the east side of the mouth of the St. Marks River, on Apalachee Bay.
0.6 miNE
30°9'22"N • 84°12'5"W
Shields Marina, Saint Marks
16 min walk • Sailing, Gear rental, Outdoor activities
7.7 miNW
Park
Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park
197 min walk • Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park is a Florida State Park in Wakulla County, Florida, United States. This 6,000 acre wildlife sanctuary, located south of Tallahassee, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and designated a National Natural Landmark.
4.7 miSW
National park
St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge
121 min walk • One of the main attractions of St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge is the abundance of bird species that can be found here. Birdwatchers flock to the refuge to catch a glimpse of migratory birds such as snowy egrets, roseate spoonbills, and white pelicans.