Reviews of Fort Gorges. (Museum) in Portland (Maine).

Fort Gorges

109 Reviews

70 Comments

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Portland, ME 04101, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Dayton

Fort Gorges is a very fascinating historical landmark to visit. We toured the fort on a sea kayaking trip with Portland Paddle and our guide Alonzo was very knowledgeable in his information and facts about the fort. We spotted some seals and ospreys on our journey as well. It's definitely worth checking out if you're interested in history and urban exploring.

Matty Thrash

Pretty cool looking spot, only boat accessible but heard there are tours to this island. Definitely a great spot for photos and multiple lighthouses are in the area to keep the trip moving. Definitely planning to come back and do some more exploration of this area. The spring point lighthouse gives you a pretty close view of the island to get a idea of how massive it is. A lot of history in the area worth checking out so Definitely take your time out there!

Bryan Alfaro

Kayaking with "Portland Paddle" to Fort Gorges was hands down the most exciting thing we did in Portland. The journey across the Casco Bay is beautiful and the Fort is an awesome ruin with lots of rooms, nooks, and crannies to explore. When we went we were the only ones there and had the whole place to ourselves! So if you want a little mini adventure on your visit to Portland I definitely recommend it!

Kirsten Hoyt

Great place to visit and be respectful. Vandals have taken a toll. I'm handicapped and this not the place to be if you have mobility issues. Bring a flashlight and good shoes. Secure your boat well and be mindful of the rapidly changing tides. Watched a small sailboat end up on the rocks the collide with the fort itself.

Lauren Sterling

Thanks to Friends of Fort Gorges, we had an amazing tour today. To see this historic landmark with expert guidance and information makes the visit and place come to life. Hoping the City of Portland can find ways to support the vision and plans for improving public access and safety.

James S

We kayaked out to Fort Gorges on a beautiful day and had a picnic and explored. We left from Eastern Promenade and it took about 20 minutes to paddle out to the fort. I know many people see this beautiful fort in Casco Bay and wonder what's on the inside. Don't be afraid to hop in kayak on a nice day and see it for yourself. Bring a flashlight and some comfortable shoes. The Fort is maintained but there are some obstacles which will need to be avoided.

Benedict Cassie

"Enter at your own risk" it reads as you walk in. What reveals inside is an exciting place to poke around in the various old rooms and corridors. Would recommend bringing a flash light as there are areas with no daylight.

Kevin Sweeney

Such a amazing spot! There are no bathrooms which was kind of expected. It is very hard to get to by boat. I would recommend renting a kayak to go across. It certainly brings you back into time. Being able to climb the stairs to the highest point of the fort is very nice as well. A lot of dark areas to explore so be sure to bring a flashlight! Also stay hydrated! Bring a water and maybe some food to enjoy your little adventure around the fort!

David Wishinski

Did a 2.4 mile paddle from the public dock and it's a paddle with a strong wind and current with heavy boat traffic. Was fun and a surprising challenge. Be careful and check the tide chart and wind conditions if kayaking out. Also watch for fog.

Robert Wilson

Lovely place to have yoga, especially after a nice kayak ride out. No dock on the island, you land on one of two small beaches.

Haley Wilcox

Nice place to visit. The kayak guys (Portland Paddle) took us there and it was well worth it. What an interesting little spot. I'd recommend the trip if you have a free morning.

Julian Malcolm

A very cool fort. Fort Gorges was built in 1858 on Hogs Island. It is open to the public but if you visit I suggest not going into the officers quarters which are mostly wood and falling away. It is very dangerous. The Gun Casements though are in okay shape and safe to enter. The spiral staircases for the Gun Casements are the only safe ways to get up to the other levels again for own safety do not go into the officers quarters. No restoration or stabilization work has been completed which is leaving the dilapidated building still falling apart today. Still very cool though.

matthew wingate

Good paddle out to the island but we'll worth it!

Ashley Gatchell

It was an incredible place to see. I've been wanting to go for years but was never able. It exceeded all expectations.

Stephanie Heikkinen

Had a great time with Portland Paddle on the Fort Gorges tour. Very glad to see that there is work going on to save this piece of history.

Davian Akers

I'll share it but done come here to destroy it.

T K

Visited fort with awesome luck to meet friend of fort, 3rd system historian, and fort Adams Newport board member for super guided tour with flashlights. Things are looking bright for making tours here go smoothly and safely. Gorges was gorgeous and who knew Maine belonged to Spain?

Pamela Bouchard Nee

I just explored Fort Gorges with Paul, from the Friends of Fort Gorges. What a wonderful and exciting experience. The fort is an important part of our history. The architecture and intricate design, the materials used and the craftsmen who forged through our changing Maine weather, the soldiers who worked and lived in this fortress. The fort gives you a peak into our history as well as spectacular views of Casco Bay, the islands, the city of Portland and three light houses. Paul is very knowledgeable and passionate about Fort Gorges, he provides an outstanding tour. A must see tour. Pam

Phineas Wormser

So insanely cool. There’s a skeleton in one of the pitch black rooms that scared tf out of me

Logan Caldwell (Lmcald)

The best place in Portland hands down! So great to go and explore and spend an afternoon, especially with your dog. Should also check out the organization "Friends of Fort Gorges".

John Vedral

Great place to visit by boat. Bring flashlights and comfortable shoes. The magazines are pitch dark and loaded with rubble. You can visit the top of the fort if you can tolerate heights.

Brad Holderman

You can only get here by swimming or boat. If by boat, pay attention to tides charts, we had a good drag of a heavy boat back to the water when we were done. Added to that, watch carefully for submerged rocks. As for the fort, its like having Fort Sumter all to yourself. That's going to change soon. The history is everywhere. The biggest drawback as there isn't any park staff is a risk to injury and very little in regards to historical info, you have to find that either by internet or shoreside references.

Sonia Bermonty

Very nice fort in good condition and the area is remote we did a kayak tour there with Portland Paddle company it was pretty cool and there was seals hanging out around there too

A. O'Moose

A must see! The stonework is impressive and the views are great! Can be seen from the Casco Bay ferry for those people unable to boat there.

Kristin Sanderson

Cool, but not too interesting history wise

Eric Veilleux

The fort needs restoration but it's still a nice place to paddle to and visit. Remember to bring a light, it's very dark in some sections.

Paul Carr

Took the Portland Paddling sea kayak tour out to Fort Gorges. Fantastic way to spend 3 hours.

Drone Guy NH

I did not physically visit this site. I flew my drone over this island and got some really nice photos.

Rebecca Pearson

This is worth a visit if you can get to it. Anchor your boat and row in on a dingy. Many kayak out.

Elizabeth Fraser

Love an annual paddle or 2 out to Fort Gorges. Such a special place.

sumkindazombie

Interesting pre-Civil War Fort in ruins. Caution should be observed but the experience is worth the trip.

Freedomslave1776 (ChrisCryptoforFreedom)

If your from Maine or anywhere else for that matter. Get on a boat and check this out.. This place os cool and it Portland Harbor history!!!

CarVette 919

Beautiful place to visit by boat or jet ski

Mike

Beautiful but you need to take your own boat/kayak out to it.

Sean McKenna

Super cool for, great kayak ride over

CJ Knight

A sweet little adventure but be sure to bring a great flashlight

Tino Fiumara

Unique, beautiful, historical, has a stellar view, and not easy to get to...doesn’t that sound worth it?!

Paul Boccelli

Public park in Casco Bay just outside of Portland. Easy walks and fun discoveries.

Stephen T. Smith

Accommodations are rustic, and staff a bit standoffish. Have to catch your own suppah.

Artem G

Such a beautiful place

Jonathan harris

Really interesting! Fun to explore, and wasn't crowded on a weekend.

Charlaine Robichaud

Great abandoned Fort that’s worth exploring!

Joseph Conroy

Very good food and service for the money. They serve Chinese, Thai, and Japanese.

Jack A

What an experience! It felt like I traveled back in time.

A Haley

Only way to get there is by boat, cool place

J Rife

Really cool place to visit and explore.

Ed Siteman

It's not just beautiful, it's GORGEOUS!!!

Kathleen Waters

Rustic old fort with great views of the harbor

Chen Jin

I hope I can step on it but anyway it's looks beautiful

kl me

Absolutely stunning

Suzanne Toohey

Beautiful. Nice paddle too

Drewcifer

Historic and hard to reach without a kayak or a boat

Jacob E.

Always the coolest spot to take a date

banthab0mb

A very cool fort

Ein North

A lot you can explore

Bryan Phillips

Very interesting to visit by hovercraft.

Regis Coleman

This is a great place for a paddle

Will Buckley

This place sure is Gorges!

Kevin Thayer

Worth the visit lots of history

greg pellegrini

Best pizza in town

Kathy Mitchell

Cool piece of history!

Narūnas Bukauskas

Interesting place.

Theolonius Dutton

Adventure awaits🤙🏾 …

BASIMAH Basimah

(Translation) don't go to fort gorges island the island has monsters (Original) jangan ke pulau fort gorges pulau itu ada monster

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