Fort Getty

Bunkers by the Bay

State: Rhode Island County: Newport County Founded: 1900 Abandoned: 1946 Peak Population: Military base

Fort Getty was built in the early 1900s to defend Narragansett Bay. It was expanded during WWII and abandoned after. Today, massive concrete bunkers and gun emplacements can be explored. The fort is now a town-run campground.

Plan Your Visit

Best Time: Summer

Difficulty: Easy

Time Needed: 1-2 hours

Quick Facts

  • Defended Narragansett Bay
  • Massive concrete bunkers
  • Now a popular campground

Location

Address: Fort Getty Rd, Jamestown, RI

Coordinates: 41.4833, -71.3833