Louisiana is full of hidden secrets, and the coast is no different. Fort Proctor, also known as Beauregard’s Castle, is one of the most mesmerizing former landmarks off the coast of Louisiana. Now slowly sinking into the sea, this place is only accessible by boat. Let’s explore it!

This fort can be found on the shores of Lake Borgne, north of Bayou Yscloskey.
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This fort was originally built to protect water routes towards New Orleans in the 1850s. The water routes were recognized for being dangerous to New Orleans during the Battle of Lake Borgne in 1814.
While the fort was undertaken in the 1850s, it wasn't completed, and then the Civil War broke out, keeping the fort from being garrisoned.
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By the time the Civil War ended, the design of the fort hadn't kept up with advancements in artillery, and the fort became obsolete.
In the 1940s and 50s, the fort was a popular spot for teenagers to gather for some good old fashioned teenage shenanigans.
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MRGO in the 1960s, however, cut off land access to the fort site.
It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
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Now it's completely surrounded by water about one to two feet deep - and getting deeper.
Now the only way to explore this place is by boat.
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Some say there is still a patch of dry land at the center of the fort, but who knows for sure.

Doesn’t Fort Proctor look amazing? Did you ever visit this place before it was taken over by water? Were you one of those teenagers trying to have some fun outside the watchful eyes of your parents? Let us know what you about your experiences!

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