Fort Lamar Heritage Preserve

Small Civil War site

There is free parking on site, with a few signs. There are some earthwork remains. Aside from that there isn't much here, so unless you are a huge Civil War buff it isn't the site for you.

Very Bad

I am a long time Charleston resident and recently visited this historical site. I was disappointed and would not recommend this site to anyone visiting Charleston to view the Civil war fortifications....

Small civil war battle site.

On June 16,1862 was the battle of Secessionville/James Island between a Confederate force of 1,250 soldiers defeating a Union force of 3,500 troops saving the city of Charleston for another 2 1/2 year...

Know your history before visiting

If you don't do your homework in advance, all this will seem is a few raised earthen structures through the seemingly endless flat that is the lowcountry. Anytime you see ground 8-10 feet above sea l...

For history buffs

Many have written that this is a subpar site. While it is a small site it is well marked and there are good trails to walk. There are well Preserved breast works and good signage. If you like Civil Wa...