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Fort Proctor is a crumbling ruin of a 19th century fort just north of Bayou Yscloskey. About an hour drive from New Orleans, it is accessible through the popular fishing destination, Shell Beach. You'll need a canoe or a kayak for a 20 minute paddle across the Mississippi River Gulf Outlet (MR. GO)

The fort near New Orleans is slowly being engulfed by Lake Borgne. We were fortunate that day - the water was low enough to get inside and have a look around. We spoke to a few people on our way out that had come to visit quite a few times and weren't so lucky. Fort Proctor was a Civil War era fort build to protect the waterways near New Orleans. Surprisingly, the fort was never used. Shortly after the construction was complete, Fort Proctor was damaged by a hurricane and was never repaired before the eruption of the Civil War. 

Fort Proctor, also known as Beauregard's Castle, is just a short day trip from New Orleans and well worth a visit. Learn more about Fort Proctor and its history. See below for more photos along the way through St. Bernard Parish.