What is there to do at Fort Monroe National Monument?To explore Fort Monroe, start at the Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center. Check the calendar for events and guided tours. For self-guided tours, collect a park brochure and walking guide from outside the Visitor & Education Center or the Casemate Museum. Things to do » Where are public restrooms?Public restrooms can be found at the Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center and inside the Casemate Museum. Portable toilets are along the boardwalk and are placed seasonally near the beaches. Do people live at Fort Monroe?Fort Monroe has over 170 residences, comprising apartments, townhouses, duplexes, and single-family homes. Fort Monroe Authority leases the residences. Rent a home » Where can I get something to eat?Fort Monroe is home to a number of food and drink venues: Firehouse Coffee 1881, The Deadrise at Old Point Marina, Oozlefinch Beers & Blending, and Paradise Ocean Club. The Colonies RV Travel Park & Country Store sells packaged food and beverages. Eat and drink » Where can I fish?Fishing is allowed only at the Engineer Wharf and the Finger Pier. Fishing from the beaches, seawall, and rip rap rocks is prohibited. A license from the Virginia Marine Resources Commission is needed. Get a Virginia saltwater recreational fishing license » Where can I picnic?Picnicking is allowed on the grounds and beaches of Fort Monroe, with the exception of historic structures, the seawall, rip rap rocks, leased areas, and high-traffic zones. Portable charcoal or propane grills and tables are prohibited. The Colonies RV Travel Park & Country Store rents pavilions. Call 757-722-2200 to reserve. Gatherings of more than 25 individuals require a special use permit. When is the former Officers' Club open?Paradise Ocean Club, at the former Officer's Club, is open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Can I get married at Fort Monroe?All special events on National Park Service property, such as weddings and ceremonies, require a special use permit. The Fort Monroe Authority offers assistance for weddings and other private events in various indoor and outdoor settings. Plan an event » May I bring my dog?Pets on leashes are welcome, but they are prohibited on the beach from May 15 through September 15. Pets are not allowed in buildings. Service animals are allowed in all locations. Owners must clean up after their dogs and may not leave them unattended. Is there wheelchair access?Both the Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center and the Casemate Museum are wheelchair accesible. Much of Fort Monroe is on level ground with sidewalks and curb cuts. Accessibility » |
Last updated: July 17, 2024