Lewis and Clark National Historical Park

September 2025 - This is somewhat outside of Astoria, but you can get to it via 7th street and the back roads (prefered as you get to see more bridges and home like area). You can also get there via US-101 local highway Bus-101. This is a National Park and run by the NPS (National Park Service) and thus you can use your pass (if you have a NPS pass) for entry. The visitor center provides a overview of the Lewis and Clark expedition and a short walk will get you to the two bulk buildings. (These burned down due to someone in the past making candles) Thus, what you will see are replicas of what once was. There is a path to the river, and there is a path with a do not enter sign that everyone we watched entered and minutes later had to turn back. Plan on about 45 minutes if not going to the riverfront, and 1.5 hours is doing so.

Great history side quest, def mandatory if you're visiting and have time for it. Easy access, great park rangers, souvenir shop, history movie, and a short walk to the winter encampment of the Corps of Discovery. The area has way more to offer.

We visited as part of our son's school field trip. It was extremely well done, and the staff was great. The amount of information relayed during the tour was staggering. The replica of Fort Clatsop was so we'll done, and the tour guides described daily life for the pioneers. The kids were able to learn how Native Americans taught pioneers to use every part of an animal that was killed, such as using the animals brain to rub on and soften the hide in order to make clothing. We enjoyed the museum very much. Outside, a park ranger took us on a hike where we learned about the local plant life. This is a wonderful place to visit with the whole family.

This was a good experience with our pets. We completed the 1 mile trail. A long the trail the trees provide shade. We used our National Park annual pass to enter.

This entire space is wrapped in history. The visitor center has some great displays, interpretive information and two different videos that play regularly to introduce even the novice to the experience of the Lewis & Clark expedition. We arrived early in the morning and were privileged to have the entire fort to ourselves to wander through. I do wish we had been there when some sort of guide or interpreter could have given some color to what we were seeing and walking through. If you are short on time the interpretive center and the fort can be explored in about a rush 90 minutes. If you have more time there are trails and more to experience.

Take a stroll along the interpretive trails near the fort. You’ll find easy walks with signs that tell you all about the plants, animals, and history of the area.

Fascinating history. The museum is informative and thorough. Seeing the lifesize model of Fort Clatsop was also a treat. The area is peaceful and pleasant. Young children might get bored from reading all the displays, but there are ample opportunities for engagement outdoors.

Visitor center is a great place to start. Does have an entry fee here or use America the Beautiful pass. Kids got their JR Ranger badge here. Looked at the museum. Sadly, we were here just as close of day was happening and we didn't have enough time to see the fort. Will come back again.

I unfortunately visited during the off-season, so there weren't any rangers performing demonstrations in the Fort Clatsop replica. However, there was plenty to read in the Visitor Center's museum, which also boasts a gift shop. I skipped the film that was being shown as I was on a tight schedule. As it wasn't raining too hard, I did the easy hiking trail that leads from the fort, which was well maintained and not strenuous. If you plan on visiting from July to August, there are Paddle Tours on Fridays and Saturdays along the Lewis and Clark River, which are led by NPS rangers. They're free with admission, although apparently the book up fast and so reservations are recommended (online, with $1 reservation fee). They also provide watercraft, paddles, and life jackets, which makes this a steal. I'll have to return during the summertime to do this.

If you're in the Seaside area and like history, this is a MUST see! I learned so many things I didn't know and the area is absolutely beautiful!

Small National historic site. Walking trails, Museum, Bookstore/gift shop, historic markers and replica cabin. You pay once you go inside museum. Clean, well kept with friendly employees.

History is exciting to me. This is the fort that was built by the Lewis and Clark expedition. Fort Clatsop was the winter encampment for the Corps of Discovery from December 1805 to March 1806. I grew up in the area, and was always interested in the history, and lore. I am from Cannon Beach, Oregon and the Lewis and Clark expedition came here met with, the natives,having been there when a whale washed a shore.( on Cannon Beach) They also traveled to Seaside where they would get salt from the ocean. At Fort Clatsop is where they constructed a safe harbor so to speak, from the elements. And would take time to write in their journals. And map the area. I would recommend it! Lots of rich history, and lore

Fort Clatsop, located near Astoria, Oregon, was the winter encampment of the Lewis and Clark Expedition from December 1805 to March 1806. After reaching the Pacific Ocean, the explorers built the fort as a base to rest, document their findings, and prepare for their return journey to report on what they found. The fort was named after the Clatsop Tribe, who lived nearby and traded with the Lewis & Clark's Corps of Discovery. The fort is a replica but worth a visit.

This National Historic Park has many affiliates in the area, but this is the main location and visitor center. There's a big parking lot and huge exhibit hall inside. Nice restrooms are available inside too. You'll find the reconstructed fort only 100 yards from the visitor center, and a trail leading to the ocean at this location. Ranger guided sessions are available. No cell service is available here on Verizon but there's free Wi-Fi. The hikes in the area are beautiful woodland walks.

Love the trails I've taken here. We've been by twice, first visit to the museum and immediate surrounding grounds. Interesting sites, although quite small as far as the museum goes. Our second visit last weekend we took most of the Kwis Kwis, some of the Fort to Sea, and the Clay Pit Trail making a nice loop. We stopped by early on a Sunday and were mostly alone on the trails. Lots of great critter encounters that morn: 2 snakes, squirrels, chipmunks, frogs, banana slugs, and we heard what we assumed was a litter of coyote pups crying not far off of the KK trail. The paths themselves are different sizes and surfaces, depending on which you choose. Nice, winding, very slight elevation ups n downs with gorgeous varied forest views throughout. Fabulous time, we will definitely return to take different routes. Due to the layout and criss-crossing trails, you could make it feel new multiple times.

What a great little historical park. Loved seeing the replica fort building, and how they lived. The bunkhouses, I pictured myself living there - with no big screen tv how could they? :) The trails here are immaculate and well marked. The Netul River (aka Lewis and Clark river) is super easy mostly flat trail along the river with well built bridges, boardwalks and groomed paths. At the end you'll find a kayak launch point (cool) which had some historical info on how the logs came downriver and were processed here. We did buy a year-long pass as we intend on visiting EVERYTHING since we're new residents to the area. Staff was friendly and helpful. Parking is a little cramped, glad I'm retired and local and can come off-peak.

This was a disappointment. After driving up from Cannon Beach to learn more about Lewis and Clark we were met by a lone US Park Ranger squatting under a temporary tent shelter. He informed us that the park was under renovation and port o potties were available but the exhibits and pavilion were closed. We walked around the grounds and saw a few things mostly re creations. But we would not return or recommend that you not waste your time until the place is back up and running as a proper National Park. Mark & Nancy.

The Fort Clatsop NHS outside of Astoria is a must-stop on the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail. Located at the place where the L&C expedition spent the winter after they reached the Pacific Ocean, the reconstructed fort gives an intimate look at how the Corps lived in very tight quarters as they spent the winter writing reports, repairing clothing and equipment, and interacting with the local Chinook and Clatsop peoples. The museum offered a very good overview of the expedition with a focus on L&C's time in the region, as expected. But the amount of detail about the cultures and interactions with the native tribes was a vast improvement over the almost cursory approach other places treat the native people, without whose gracious assistance and advice at critical times would have doomed the expedition. We also appreciated that York got an exhibit of his own, even if the NPS did elide somewhat over Clark's refusal to free York after the expedition returned to St Louis. There are 2 movies to see in the theatre, one focusing on the Clatsop and Chinook people telling the story of their experience of the Corps of Discovery which I thought was very well done. The other movie was also well done. It was from the perspective of the US Government and focused on the mission more than the human details. in June 2023 the Visitor Center is in the middle of a renovation that will be done by mid-late July. The bathrooms are the focus of this update, so be prepared for portable toilets for the next few weeks. 5 must-see on the L&C trail stars

Excellent costumed ranger programs, peaceful hiking, ample parking, and an interpretive exhibit--and yes please, the gift shop. There are multiple Lewis and Clark sites in the National Park Service, and Fort Clatsop is likely the furthest to travel to by road, but we were so glad to make the stop and explore where "the lost boys" landed. Yes there were plenty tourists like us, and a couple cruise ship busses, but the interactive ranger programs handled the crowd nicely. Combing through the quarters of the fort itself was a good, intimate balance to the crowds in the visitor center. The fort was only five minutes off Highway 101, has the obligatory National Parks sign, and thankfully had enough parking at the back of the lot. We could've brought our RV as there was ample space for larger tows and busses. Alas, we didn't bring a picnic with us to spend a longer time visiting this park, so do come prepared. Outside the park facilities and programs, the cooler summer temps and forest cover make this a good, inspiring spot to spend the day, and the park accepts a variety of entrance/seasonal passes.

We had spent a day and a half driving north on part of the Oregon coast. This spot was our last top before turning inland and heading back to Portland. It is a short distance of Hwy 101 and fairly close to Astoria. I recalled this from the Ken Burns documentary on Lewis and Clark (recommended as background material). It was nice to see it IRL. You arrive at a loop drive that also has parking spaces. In the middle of this is a grassy area for picnicking, etc. They may also do ranger talks there (?). At the far end of the loop is the visitors' center. The entry fee is $10 per person, unless you have a national park pass or some other discounts (they query you about the potential ones - age, student, etc.). The center has a couple of films about the history of the site and the L&C expedition. We watched one. If you view both, it would take about an hour. There are also a lot of relevant exhibits showing things like motivations for the expedition (beaver pelts and their uses, etc.), native skills in boat-making, the expedition's route to get here, etc. The displays were done well. Outside, there is a short trail to the reconstructed stockade site. You can walk through and see the living conditions for the 6 months or so that the expedition wintered here. They had a sort of living history guy giving a talk just outside, but we didn't stop there. You can also venture a short way further and see the spot where the expedition first came ashore from a tributary of the Columbia River. The total distance is only a a few hundred yards. You can then optionally walk a trail along the river. I think it connects with an even larger trail system linking multiple L&C sites in the area. We opted to walk about a half mile out to a bridge and then return, just to stretch a bit before a 2-hour car ride to Portland. If you have any interest in history, this is a very worthwhile site to visit.

This park houses a little settlement called Fort Clatsop, as well as an accompanying museum. It's free with one of the National park passes, but otherwise, you have to pay. It's a breath of fresh air, for sure, but not as interactive as I would've liked. For something similar but better, drive up to Fort Nisqually in Point Defiance.

While driving back from Astoria we decided to visit the Lewis and Clark National Park that is the location of where the expedition wintered for a year located near the mouth of the Columbia River. The grounds are stunning located in an old grown of Sitka Spruce that is all part of the coastal rainforest. There are replicas built of the type of structures that they wintered in. There were speakers setup around the grounds to educate the visitors on different subjects. They were all interesting educators of life during this time period. In the visitor center there was an interesting short film about Lewis and Clark's journey and interaction with the indigenous tribes along the way. Highly recommend taking a couple hours to explore this beautiful step back in time.

Staff were super nice and the location isn't bad but didn't seem to have anything truly authentic, just recreations. It took us less than an hour to get through. If you have kids though they'd probably enjoy it.

Not impressed, at all, and way overpriced. So right off the bat you have to make an appointment to see inside. Not trying to have my day dictated by the time slot I'm given to hurry and get back inside to look at things that I know will take me all of 10 minutes. So passed on that and decided just to check things out in the outside area. Well, there isn't much to see at all. And while I enjoy a good replica I wanted a little more authenticity out of this. Not to mention as we're leaving we see plenty of other people just coming in without paying because there's no fence or anything preventing that from happening. So we left feeling pretty much ripped off the entire time. It definitely wasn't worth paying anything for.

Visited October 2022 with a friend: first NP I've visited on the west coast. Extremely friendly service at the visitor center and scenic views throughout the park. Would definitely recommend this park and the surrounding area (Astoria) for a scenic drive. Don't forget your U.S. National Parks book for a stamp!

What a great educational history stop. Sara is related th M. Lewis and we had to go to this incredible spot. All of the displays and the fort replica was amazing. Pictures don't give it any justice. The staff (Park Rangers) were great! When your in Astoria, stop and check it out!

Should I be a forest ranger? Because everyone here seems to love their job. They are so welcoming and informative! The remake of the fort gives you a glimpse of the past. Such a nice national location!

This park did a fabulous job with its layout and trails. Next visit we will do the fort to sea trail.

Yelp actually deleted the original 5-star version of this review saying there was no proof I've been here. What a joke, right ... since Yelp displays 10 photos taken by me at the park (linked to this review). https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/fort-clatsop-national-historical-park-astoria?userid=AbMjnKOwg736fcIu8apuyQ So, yes, I did go here and this is a firsthand recommendation (again) for the Fort Clatsop National Historical Park (the official name is Lewis & Clark). I recommend (again) the ranger demonstrations, visitor center, movie, and trails to the water ... all which I enjoyed with family members. Original Review: The National Park Service officially calls this historical site the Lewis and Clark National Historical Park (renamed in 2004). It entails the location of the famous 1805-1806 winter encampment (Fort Clatsop) for the Corps of Discovery expedition led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. The park is located on the Clatsop Plains near the Lewis and Clark River (originally Netul River) about 5 miles southwest of Astoria, OR. The highlight of the park is the realistic replica of Fort Clatsop. In the visitor center is a museum, bookstore, movie theater (with films about the expedition), and restrooms. This is also the starting spot for tours and programs including many led by costumed, buckskin-wearing rangers. * Open 9:00am - 5:00pm (6:00 in summer) * Closed Christmas Day and afternoon of Dec 24 * Adults: $7; 15 & younger: free * Oregon Coast Pass & National Parks Passes accepted * Free parking * Netul Landing allows visitors to launch a kayak or canoe * Ranger-guided River Paddle Tours are available, too * Netul Trail Guided Walks are offered 1-2 times per day * Daily demonstations include Flag ceremonies, Flintlocks, & Tools * There are 14.5 miles of trails in the park * The 1.5-mile Lewis & Clark River Trail is an easy hike * The Fort To Sea Trail is 6.5 miles to Sunset Beach * Call (503) 207-2240 for a free Cell Phone Audio Tour Construction of Fort Clatsop began December 10, 1805 and the expedition moved in Christmas Day. The group used the fort as their base for three months until March 23, 1806 when it was gifted to the Clatsop chief Coboway. The original buildings decayed over the years, but were reconstructed in 1955 from sketches by William Clark. A fire damaged the replica in 2005. It was entirely rebuilt in 2006. Today, the park is a 5-star educational opportunity to experience nature and the history of the legendary Lewis and Clark Expedition.

If you want to go somewhere for a breath of fresh air then this is the place for you. The forest smells amazing and the tall trees make you feel like you entered a whole another universe. It's pretty neat to see the history and wonder how life was like back then. There even is a cute small museum. The front desk guy was also very sweet. The entry fee was $10 (they only take cards) which is a great price because it lasts up to a week, so you can go back again. Great place to escape from the city and enjoy nature. Also, great trails to take and just enjoy Mother Nature.

This place was interesting and fun. It's good for a couple hour visit. There is a fee to get in which we didn't have to pay because we have a National Park pass. It was really interesting to see the replica of the temporary home Lewis and Clark built on their expedition.

Awesome! The trails are extremely well kept and beautiful. Their visitor center is impressive with really interesting and informative historic displays. It's just a short drive from where we live so we will be going there quite often to hike and walk.

We stumbled upon this area while driving through Oregon and we're really glad we stopped! The park has a lot of information on Fort Clatsop (the fort here is a replica) inside and there's plenty of trails for hiking. We really enjoyed walking through here and learning more about the history of the area and it's a very quick drive from Astoria, which makes it easy to stop here on a pit stop if you're driving through. We would definitely stop by again if we're in the area!

$10 per adult/kid 15 and older, if you don't have a park pass. Worth it. Two videos to watch, beautiful grounds to explore. Cute gift shop on site. Open daily, which is nice. The volunteer employees are friendly and knowledge filled. One of 3 Oregon junior ranger badges available, as part of the national park system.

This is a great place for kids and adults. Plenty of information to read inside the main center and lots of fun things to look at. The have a mock fort and all the volunteers and rangers are very knowledgeable. Our favorite part was the rifle demonstration. Educational and super fun. You can easily spend a couple of hours here. For those with kids they have a junior ranger activity book that when completed comes with a badge and certificate.

I had not visited Ft. Clatsop for years so it was a pleasure to visit again. The nice thing about historic places is that they are preserved and stay just the way you remember them as long as a large enough chunk of land is included, as is the case here. The towering sitka forest, ferns, and waterways surrounding the reconstructed fort are beautiful. There are several trails around, including a long one to the canoe landing. The fort reconstruction is based on Lewis and Clark's sketch, so fairly accurate. They had plenty of time to draw since it rained pretty much non stop for the 4 months they winterred here. There is a great statue of Sacagewa outside the visitor's center. She did everything L and C did, but with a baby on her back. Our timing was perfect and we got to watch a volunteer dressed up in historic attire fire off a musket for an enthralled group of 4th graders. Definitely worth a stop.

Fort Clatsop National Historic Park is quite interesting but a bit confusing in the Astoria area and just across the bridge into Washington as to what is actually the national park and what is a state park. The historic park is around a whole cluster of state parks that surround it both in Oregon and Washington and the signs aren't necessarily very clarifying when you are in Astoria or in Washington since the signs do in fact say "National Park" for the attractions that are by Fort Clatsop. So when you go to this park you pay $5 for the entry fee to read up and see the fort and then if you go to any of the other attractions that may come across as being a part of the park you will wind up paying a fee for a state park. That is what happened to us when we went to Cape Disappointment and the North Head Lighthouses as well in Washington. So despite the confusing signs the cluster of state parks and the small grounds of the national park proper that makes up for Fort Clatsop may make up a loosely based and a bit bigger "national park" ? I don't know. A park ranger at Fort Clatsop tried to straighten us out on it and we achieved no better understanding of it really. Even the road atlases as to which is what offer little clarification. Well despite all that both Fort Clatsop and the state parks we went to are quite beautiful and are of great historical significance! If you are a history buff the Fort Clatsop visitor center offers a wealth of information as to the exploration of Lewis and Clark, their winter quarters and their communications with the indigenous peoples of the area as well as the eventual fate of each notable explorer involved in the exploration. Some really amazing reading! The fort looks in great shape as well and you can explore in and out of the rooms of the building as to how the explorers spent the winter here. This park may make small children a bit antsy with all the reading you can find at the visitor center and to keep their interest going but they should enjoy exploring the inside of the fort.

Super neat place to explore and get historical information about the Lewis and Clark Expedition. There's a movie that runs on schedule throughout the day. The reconstructed fort replica is very authentic.

Did you ever wonder where and how the Lewis and Clark expedition spent their most western winter? Well, go no farther. This national memorial, operated by the National Park Service ("NPS"), is a precise replica of the their fort built on the exact site of L&C's most western encampment. What was an eye opener for me was how small the camp was for the many in L&C's team. You get a very good image of the hardship the expedition endured waiting out the dismal wet and gray winter on the Oregon coast before their return to St Louis. There is an interpretive center that holds a good collection of artifacts - some from the expedition or of the era - along with dioramas depicting the expedition. About the NPS - They couldn't be nicer and more informative. At the fort buildings, there were volunteers in period clothes and full of tid-bits about life in the camp. It really added color to the visit. Another well done, NPS! Tip - if you are age 62 or over, you can buy a $10 lifetime pass here (and at any NPS site) that gives you and 3 adults in your group Park entry. This is good in any National Park or site operated by the NPS. All you need is ID (like a driver's license). This is such a great deal!!!

Best national park in the west, except Yellowstone. Wonderful setting, original site of Lewis & Clark's winter encampment. Displays are fascinating. Their monthly winter lecture series on Sunday afternoons are entertaining and educational. Replica of Fort Clatsop is historically accurate. Hiking trails from the main building vary from Easy (Netul Landing) to difficult (Fort to Sea) but always well-maintained and well-marked. This is the place to see anything Lewis & Clark!

I didn't take a tour, just wandered with my husband. The Fort Clatsop National Memorial is a replica of Lewis and Clark's original fort built during their expedition in 1805. I'm not a big history buff but it was interesting to see. The Clatsop Spit is where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean. It's water...but neat in that I've never seen a place where ocean and river meet; I've only seen one or the other. Nice place to walk. The park rangers appeared very friendly and knowledgeable.

You know how sometimes you go somewhere and then decide that there has to be a better place... well this is exactly how Fort Clatsop came to be. Over two hundred years ago Lewis and Clark arrived at the beautiful but rough Pacific coast. They then decided to leave that camp and explore an area to the south and further inland. On the 10th of December in 1805, the men began to build their fort and they named it Fort Clatsop after the local Native Americans. Lewis and Clark and the Corps of Discovery remained at Fort Clatsop until March 23rd, 1806. I have been to Fort Clatsop several times before but this was the first time I have ever been here with an international visitor. If you want to show someone a great story from our history along with a very American experience, this is definitely a great place. It is also a very picturesque place so make sure you bring your cameras. There is both a visitor center and a replica of the fort in a beautiful setting. There is an interpretive center that has some very interesting exhibits and it also has two educational films that will help explain the stories of the explorers and the Native Americans. There is also a gift shop on the premises. There are several trails in the area including the Fort To Sea Trail that starts at the Fort Clatsop Visitor Center. This trail will take you on a beautiful journey in the footsteps of the explorers. You will climb to a ridge offering a beautiful view to the coast and into beautiful woods and pastures. As you continue you will also see some lakes and finally the dunes and the beach. If you are not much for a long hike you might want to try the short hike from the fort to the canoe landing point on the Lewis and Clark River. It is not far at all. On the day we went there were several events going on which were great for my friend. He was so excited to be able to write with a quill pen although writing with a quill in Korean was a bit more difficult than writing in English. He still had fun doing it and the man who was chaperoning the event was very friendly and welcoming to my friend. There were also several costumed people who also very interesting to talk to for both children and adults. There were also people telling stories on the day we went. It was great to see all of the people listening to the stories and not on their cell phones! All of the staff onsite are knowledgeable and friendly. They also can help with directions if you are going on to any other sites in the area. For those of you who are historical purists, I regret to inform you that this fort is a replica and none of the original fort remains. Sadly the original fort was built with untreated wood and rotted away quickly due to the high rainfall in the area. wood rots quickly. What little that remained of the fort was later burned by homesteaders. Fortunately for us, we still have William Clark's floor plan drawing that was used to reconstruct the fort in the approximate area. If you get the chance to come here do so. It is a great piece of American history and it is an interesting exhibit as well as nice fort to visit. Take some time and explore our history. This is a great place to start!

This place was pretty cool. Really interesting to learn about the history of this place, even though Lewis and Clark apparently only stayed there for a few months.

We could not pass through this area without checking out the national park that honors Lewis and Clark. While this is a small portion of the memorial to them, it was just enough. I enjoyed the 20 minute (or so) film about their journey. It was well done and worth seeing. The fort? Well it is mostly for the kids. It is a replica, and just a cool place for the little ones run and play, and get a glimpse into history without overwhelming them with detail. Since we did not have kids, we spent about an hour, including the film and wandering through the small museum. There are also several nice, easy trails to wander around the forest area. We have a membership to get in free to all national parks, so this did not cost us anything. But if you do pay, please don't feel ripped off. This place needs funds to keep it alive for everyone to see and respect.

Been here before and it was better then. This time there was a field trip so one of the stations had any employees at them except 1 and he was keeping the fire going because they were going to be making candles. Kids are free and adults cost $7. It's worth it but when there's nothing to do not really worth it. Got a couple pics and then took the rest inside the visitor area as we waited for the movie to play. If my son had been able to get energy out doing activities like learn bout the fort and how to make candles, starts. Fire and gun stuff he might have watched the movie but he got bored Nd we left o we didn't upset other visitors.

We parked about a mile away from the fort/museum in one of the site's parking lots and walked through a great interpretive trail with informative visuals and significantly more than ample restroom facilities. The reconstructed fort is historically accurate and very informative of living conditions. There is a nice self-guided walk through of displays at the museum as well as two short and very well done movies in a moderate sized viewing room. This is a great complementary visit with the historical side of Fort Stevens (entrance is in the town of Hammond) that features military installations and a small museum and gift shop focusing on the last 125 years, including ticketed tours a in large army truck ("the beast").

We were lucky enough to join a free kayak tour. After , we walked through the park and learned even more about the river and the adventures of Lewis and Clark during the Expedition . Wonderful time for all.

Nice information center with theatre showing 2 short films. We listened in on a ranger giving a "tour" of the fort and enjoyed the tales of fleas versus smoke in the enlisted quarters. Trails are well maintained and this location is very close to 101. There are several other Lewis and Clark places to visit, but this was the only one we made it to on this trip. Don't miss the map at the entrance that marks where the exhibition was on this day of the year... fascinating stuff!

A compact national memorial. There's a small museum, gift shop, and two small "theaters" showing short videos. You can probably explore the entire place in 40 minutes or so. If you're familiar with the story of lewis and clark you'll enjoy the fort immensely. There are a couple short trails to walk down, but this park also serves as a trailhead for the much longer trails in the area.

This was the first Fort we chose to go to during our Seaside trip. It was all about Lewis and Clark and for someone who was feeling touristy, I actually liked the place! Very educational. I've learned about Lewis and Clark during school days, but I found it funny that I was able to step away from my partner and venture off to read and get educated about this. They have artifacts and sculptures in their glass with descriptions. Also a theater about every 20 or so minutes, they have a little showing about the history. They even have a store. The outside had a bunch of cool stuff I really enjoyed. There was a replica of the cabin they stayed in and there's a walk way to the river and a bunch of other replicas. The cabin was pretty legit and had details and assumptions of what it would've looked like.

Our family is reading aloud an abridged version of the Lewis and Clark trip. So, we're all about visiting some of the many Lewis and Clark sites as we are passing by them on our way back up north. There's a fort replica here, possibly some living history demos on occasion. See the canoe launch and Sacagawea statue too. As someone with a wee smidge of Native American ancestry, a female etc, I have been in awe of her contributions to the L&C voyage. History, it must be my favorite subject. No need for the twenty questions, or one for that matter, about what I majored in at college.

Fort Clatsop National Historical Park is also a part of the "Lewis and Clark National. If you love "The Adventures Of Lewis and Clark" then you are at the right place. Astoria and the Lewis and Clark Historical Park probably depicts the climax and the end of the two year journey that started in 1804 and ended in 1806. You start off at the visitor center and pay $5.00 up front and stroll along many trails which were applicable to significance of the "Lewis and Clark Journey. In the visitor center, you will be able to watch an interesting movie on the explorations of Lewis and Clark. Gander around the gift shop and start heading out onto the trails. You will head to "Fort Clatsop". This was the winter encampment for the Lewis and Clark's Corps of Discovery from December 1805 To March 1806. From the summer months to early September, you will see costumed interpreters and ranger led events. Unfortunately, I was there on the 22nd of Friday in September, so I had to visualize everything myself. After your brief tour around the settlement you are ready to hit the trails. The trail you are going to be hiking is the Netul Trail which eventually ends up in the Netul Visitor Center. Along the trail you will see many signs illustrating the various plants Lewis and Clark came across. These include Giant Sitka spruce, Red Huckleberry, and various wildflowers, and shrubs. Stay on the trail and it will lead you to the Lewis and Clark River. That river itself use to be called the Netul Creek. The team used this river for abundance of wildlife feeding off the river such as elk and deer at the time, access to the ocean,and make salt. This trail eventually ends at the Netul Landing Visitor Center which in total is 1.5 miles. Unfortunately due to time restraints and fear of lurking cougars (Ha Ha), I was not able to make to there. It seems to me that this park and this whole state feels like an interactive "Choose Your Own Adventure" book series many of us read as children. The Netul Trail is only one trail. There are others as well. Another alternative trail is the Sea Trail. The Sea Trail is a much longer trail and leads you to the ocean. If you have the whole day, have stamina, love history then this place is for you.

Awesome park, we visit regularly. Make sure to walk down to the landing. This place has a ton of tree cover so if it's raining a bit this is still a good place to get outside

We stayed at Fort Stevens (awesome camp site btw) and were looking for something to do. This is a replica of the fort by Lewis and Clark. It has a visitor's center where the kids can dress up in traditional Native American and explorer/soldier apparel. There is a movie theater and other exhibits. The walk to the fort is short (500 feet maybe...) there are longer trails down to the water.

Great place to take the family for a tour and movie about Lewis and Clark. Happen to he no charge today, so happy about that. The trails we on a boardwalk so very easy. Happy place!

A great spot to enjoy nature, history, and fresh air. Small, but impressive interpretive centre that hosts talks, offers some exhibits, has a small gift shop for your inner Banksy, and an awesome staff. Visit a replica (original sadly burned down) of the fort that housed this amazing example of American exploration and history. Beautiful trails, a great way to learn, commune with nature, have a picnic, experience what makes Oregon a national treasure, and just enjoy yourself. Support our national parks!!

Loved it do much history. The ranger and volunteers were awesome had live demonstrations and talk learned a lot spent half the day there could have spent the whole day but sadly vacation trip planning did not allow will go back again