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Fort San Felipe, Santa Elena, Charlesfort And San Marcos

Fort San Felipe, Santa Elena, Charlesfort And San Marcos

Lowcountry & Resort Islands

Lowcountry & Resort Islands
This site covers the 1562 French settlement known as Charlesfort and the 1566-1587 Spanish village of Santa Elena. Remains of the Spanish forts San Felipe and San Marcos are still visible. Exhibits, a nature overlook and a nature/history trail also are on site. It is located on what is today the Marine Corps Recruit Depot , Parris Island. South Carolina.
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Parris Island
Coastal & Islands
238 De France BLVD,
Parris Island, SC 29905 (843) 228-2951
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Admission
Free
Days and Hours of Operation
Daily dawn to dusk

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