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