Fort Bowyer
Fort Bowyer was a short-lived earthen and stockade fortification that the United States Army erected in 1813 on Mobile Point, near the mouth of Mobile Bay in what is now Baldwin County, Alabama, but then was part of the Mississippi Territory. Its setting is 8 mi east of Dauphin Island. For a second stop, Fort Morgan is 0 mi away.
A landmark, 8 mi east of Dauphin Island
Dauphin Island is the nearest base
Dauphin Island is 8 miles west, with 11 places to stay. Where to stay ↓
Best months: Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov and Dec
February, March, April, May, October, November and December are the mild months, with highs of 63–83°. When to go ↓
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Fort Bowyer
Fort Bowyer was a short-lived earthen and stockade fortification that the United States Army erected in 1813 on Mobile Point, near the mouth of Mobile Bay in what is now Baldwin County, Alabama, but then was part of the Mississippi Territory. The British twice attacked the fort during the War of 1812.
The first attack took place in September 1814; unsuccessful, it led to the British changing their strategy and attacking New Orleans. The second attack, following the Battle of New Orleans, was successful. It took place in February 1815, after the Treaty of Ghent had been signed but before the news had reached that part of America. Between 1819 and 1834 the United States built a new masonry fortification, Fort Morgan, on the site of Fort Bowyer.
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Rooms near Fort Bowyer
For a bed close by, look to Gulf Shores (70) and Dauphin Island (11).
Gulf Shores
The closest town with somewhere to stay.
17,394 people · 33% vacation homes
19 mi east of Fort Bowyer
Compare 8 towns
| Town | From Fort Bowyer | Drive | Places to stay | People | Typical home | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Shores 33% vacation homes | 19 mi east | 30 min | 70 57 hotels · 1 motel · 3 lodges & cabins · 4 campgrounds · 5 RV parks | 17,394 | $383K | C− |
| Dauphin Island 52% vacation homes | 8 mi west | 10 min | 11 4 hotels · 1 motel · 2 inns & B&Bs · 1 lodge or cabins · 3 campgrounds | 1,929 | $432K | C− |
| Orange Beach 50% vacation homes | 26 mi east | 40 min | 50 40 hotels · 3 inns & B&Bs · 1 lodge or cabins · 2 campgrounds · 4 RV parks | 8,798 | $502K | C− |
| Foley | 24 mi northeast | 35 min | 31 12 hotels · 2 motels · 1 inn or B&B · 1 lodge or cabins · 1 hostel · 4 campgrounds · 10 RV parks | 30,354 | $289K | C+ |
| Fairhope | 22 mi northeast | 35 min | 17 5 hotels · 1 motel · 7 inns & B&Bs · 3 lodges & cabins · 1 campground | 26,625 | $431K | B− |
| Bon Secour | 19 mi east | 30 min | 7 1 hotel · 6 RV parks | 2,789 | $310K | — |
| Magnolia Springs | 19 mi northeast | 30 min | 7 1 inn or B&B · 2 campgrounds · 4 RV parks | 877 | $442K | — |
| Daphne | 29 mi north | 45 min | 16 13 hotels · 1 motel · 1 inn or B&B · 1 lodge or cabins | 31,396 | $323K | B+ |
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Also near Fort Bowyer
These well-known places are within 45 miles.
Big draw31 mi MuseumUSS Alabama
1in town MuseumFort Morgan
24 mi LandmarkFort Gaines
31 mi MuseumUSS Drum
44 mi LandmarkFort Pickens
31 mi MuseumBattleship Memorial Park
43 mi Ancient siteUSS Massachusetts
44 mi MuseumNational Naval Aviation MuseumPhoto credits
USS Alabama: USN, Public domain · Fort Morgan: Altairisfar, Public domain · Fort Gaines: Altairisfar, Public domain · USS Drum: Jean-Pierre Martin, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Fort Pickens: Notneb82, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Battleship Memorial Park: Rennett Stowe from USA, CC BY 2.0 · USS Massachusetts: Unknown authorUnknown author or not provided, Public domain · National Naval Aviation Museum: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0
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Visiting Fort Bowyer
What town is Fort Bowyer near?
Dauphin Island, AL, about 8 miles west.
When is the best time to visit Fort Bowyer?
February, March, April, May, October, November and December, with highs of 63–83°.
What is the closest airport to Fort Bowyer?
Mobile Regional (MOB), about 35 miles away. The nearest big hub is Pensacola (PNS), about 53 miles.
Where should I stay near Fort Bowyer?
Gulf Shores (19 mi, 70 places to stay), Dauphin Island (8 mi, 11 places to stay) and Orange Beach (26 mi, 50 places to stay).
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