This area was first fortified in 1634 and stands as one of the oldest English coastal fortifications in the US. In 1892, the fort was converted into a town park, remaining open to the public ever since.

ScottKane

February 19, 2024

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The fort has lovely views of Marblehead harbor to the Salem Harbor islands. It had renewed landscaping and walkways in the last few years

Zachary

September 19, 2024

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Fort Sewall is one of the oldest non-native coastal forts in America, first constructed in 1634. It was rebuilt and improved many times, and saw use in King George's War, the French and Indian War, the Revolutionary War, and the War of 1812. During this period of time it was known as Gale's Head Fort. The fort was renamed in 1814 and fell out of use shortly thereafter.

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1. Marblehead Rail Trail – Castle Rock Park loop from Salem

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2. Marblehead Rail Trail – Fort Sewall loop from Salem

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3. Forty Steps Beach – Rumney Marsh Reservation loop from Wyoming Hill

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Location: Marblehead, Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

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1. Marblehead Rail Trail – Castle Rock Park loop from Salem

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