Fort Macon State Park
North Carolina State Park
Fort Macon State Park entrance fee
Free entry — There are no fees required to access Fort Macon State Park for day use. Fees are charged for certain event permits.
Fort Macon State Park hours
January–February: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
March: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
April–May: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
June–August: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
September: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
October: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
November–December: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Hours as published by NC State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.
About Fort Macon State Park
A meticulously restored pre-Civil War fort with daily guided tours and regular cannon and musket demonstrations. Outside the walls are a swimming beach, dune and salt-marsh trails, and more than 300 recorded bird species.
Things to do
- 🥾 Hiking
- 🚲 Biking
- 🛶 Paddling
- 🏊 Swimming
- 🎣 Fishing
- 🐦 Birding
Amenities & facilities
- 🚿 Showers
- 🌿 Nature Center
- 🌞 Day Use Only
More North Carolina state parks with swimming
Contact
Phone252-726-3775
Address2303 E. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
Upcoming events at Fort Macon State Park
Event details and registration are on the NC State Parks calendar.
🎒 Gear up for Fort Macon State Park
Popular gear for what this park offers:
- Kayaks
- Fishing rods
- Binoculars
- Hiking boots
- Bike helmets
- Water shoes
- Bug spray
- Paddleboards
- Dry bags
- Life jackets
- Tackle kits
- Spotting scopes
- Bird guides
- Daypacks
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