Collage of images: view of the batteries, tour guide inside of the batteries, and view of stalagmites under ultraviolet light.

View the Fort Flagler Batteries in a New Light

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Discover how the historic gun emplacements are slowly turning into caves by learning to view your surroundings in a new way! Ages 8+

Have you explored the batteries, or concrete gun emplacements, at Fort Flagler? If so, you've never experienced them like this before! Come explore the batteries in a "new light" with an Interpretive Ranger. Learn how to view your surroundings in a new way to reveal the transformation of historic gun emplacements to caves, that now serve as homes for wildlife!

This program is for ages 8+ due to the nature of the tour. The batteries are very dark and have a strong echo. The theme of the tour has been designed for older kids and adults.

Accessibility: Batteries (gun emplacements) have stairs- some with railings and some without railings. The tour will mostly take place on the lower level of the batteries, so stairs are unavoidable.

Reminder: A Discover Pass is needed at this park.

*Notice: Due to weather, we decided to cancel the tour on Saturday 10/19/2024 as of 1:25 p.m. This tour is weather dependent, so keep an eye on the events calendar for updates.

Directions

48.098998, -122.69476

When entering the park, continue straight down Flagler Rd through the 4-way stop. Follow to the end of the road where you will see a public restroom and small playground. There is parking by the trailhead, but don't forget your Discover Pass!

*If you need to purchase a pass, be sure to arrive early. Passes can be purchased with a credit card at the pay station next to the boat launch.

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