Camp Varnum, Coastal defense fort in Narragansett, United States.
Camp Varnum extends across 34 oceanfront acres with concrete observation towers painted to resemble traditional New England wooden houses on the Rhode Island coast.
The military installation was established in 1942 as part of the Defenses of Narragansett Bay, featuring two 6-inch M1900 guns to protect against maritime threats.
The Rhode Island Army National Guard's 243rd Regiment maintains this strategic location, continuing its legacy of military service and coastal defense training.
Visitors require advance reservations and personal identification to access the facility, which includes uneven terrain and multiple staircases throughout the compound.
Three observation towers within the compound were specifically designed and painted to blend into the local architecture of New England fishing communities.
Inception: 1942
GPS coordinates: 41.44639,-71.43333
Latest update: March 11, 2025 19:03
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