Fort Massachusetts on Ship Island
Built following the War of 1812, this fort has withstood hurricanes for centuries.

šŸ“œ Fort Massachusetts is a historic fort on Ship Island along the Mississippi Coast.
šŸ” Built after the War of 1812, it is part of Gulf Islands National Seashore.

Why Go

šŸ° Explore a historic fort that withstood centuries of hurricanes.
šŸ“– Learn about its role in the Civil War and New Orleans capture.
šŸ¦… Spot dolphins, stingrays, pelicans, and crabs in the wild.
šŸš¶ Enjoy an easily walkable circumference of the island.

Why Avoid

šŸ„µ Summers are hot, humid, with unrelenting sun and thunderstorms.
šŸ„¶ Winters bring strong winds across open water.

Tips

šŸ—“ļø Best time to visit is fall and spring for clear water and perfect temperatures.
ā›“ļø Accessible by ferry; check schedule for morning and evening sails.
ā˜€ļø Travel light, bring sunscreen and plenty of iced water in summer.

Hours

šŸ•’ Ferry operates with morning and evening sails; check schedule.

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