Oldest Tabby Structure in South Carolina

Fort Frederick Heritage Preserve-Port Royal

Fort Frederick over looking the Beaufort river is thought to be the oldest tabby structure in South Carolina. The six acre site recently opened to the public is located at 601 Old Fort Road.

Visitors can read the rich history on the information panels and enjoy the beauty of the natural habitat that surrounds the ruins.

The fort was listed on the National Register of historic places in 1974.

Picnic tables and parking are provided.

Fort Frederick Heritage Preserve
Information Panel

Beautiful view of the Beaufort River

Fort Frederick overlooking the Beaufort River

Tabby Construction

Tabby construction made with shells

Remains of the old fort

Ruins of Fort Frederick Port Royal South Carolina

Information panels with Historic Significance of the Fort

Tabby Fort
Old Fort Plantation
Emancipation Day

Fort Monument

Named after Frederick Prince of Wales in 1735

Leisure area





  • Trail bridge

  • Picnic area
  • Beaufort River
  • Picnic area at Fort Frederick

thanks for stopping by 🙂

I hope you are enjoying the beautiful sites of Coastal Georgia and South Carolina.

Alice

To continue walking stop by and visit:

Jo’s Monday Walk

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