Fort San Felipe, Santa Elena, Charlesfort And San Marcos

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.

Getting There & Details

Hours
Admissions: Free Days and Hou
Address
Parris Island Marine Corps DepotParris Island,SC 29905
Phone
(843) 525-2952
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