The buildings on site represent several different periods of construction as the fort was up-graded to meet the area's defensive needs. . Picnic facilities are available. The buildings on site represent several different periods of construction as the fort was up-graded to meet the area's defensive needs.
Picnic facilities are available.
The site of Fort McClary has been used for nearly 275 years to protect the approaches to the Piscataqua River. The buildings presently on the site represent several different periods of construction as the fort was upgraded and modified to meet the area s defensive needs. Like most other Maine forts, however, it saw little conflict. The blockhouse represents a unique combination of construction materials. Its foundation is built of mortared fieldstone.