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Fort Amsterdam
Fort Amsterdam combines the remains of a Dutch coastal fort with views over Great Bay and Little Bay. The uphill peninsula walk adds effort, but gives the harbor geography a clear shape.
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The fort's position explains its role in controlling the approach to Philipsburg and the historic salt trade. Look at the surviving walls and cannon positions, then compare the two bays below. Brown pelicans also use the surrounding coast, adding a natural-history dimension to a visit centered on the military remains.
What to look for
Surviving fort walls and cannon positions
Outlook across Great Bay and Little Bay
Brown pelicans along the peninsula
Useful to know
Ask at the Divi Little Bay entrance for the designated fort route.
Wear shoes with grip and keep clear of damaged masonry and cliff edges.
Your next visit
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Outdoor visit · 30–60 min
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