NPS Fort Raleigh

Explore Fort Raleigh with this official National Park Service app!

Explore Fort Raleigh National Historic Site with this official National Park Service app! Stand where the English and Algonquian interacted as the English searched for riches in the “New World.” Look for clues as to the whereabouts of the fabled “Lost Colony.” Discover why the English came to this location, and the events that transpired over the course of four voyages in the late 1500s. Learn about the rich history of Roanoke Island, including an important Civil War battle, a freedmen’s colony, and an inventor of wireless voice communication! All this and more waits for you to explore.

# Features

Map – Official National Park Service map of Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. The map covers every aspect of the park grounds. The map is easy to use while outdoors and features descriptions of points of interest across the park and across Roanoke Island, and multiple zoom levels. By tapping the “Locate me” icon, you will always know where you are.

Explore – Tap the “Explore” button to learn more about points of interest with lively text and photographs.

Tours – Discover the history that took place here with self-guided audio tours around the grounds.

Special Events and Programs – Get up-to-date information from the National Park Service about what is happening at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site.

Postcard – With the tap of a button, share a National Park Service digital postcard with friends and family.

Accessibility – Audio-described sites, alternative text images, combined with the built-in iOS accessibility features, will let all people enjoy Fort Raleigh National Historic Site.