Entrance - Per Person
$10.00Entrance fees are collected at the Fort Clatsop Visitor Center.
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Lewis and Clark National Historical Park
Hours
Open daily · 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance Fee
$10.00
Entrance - Per Person
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Lewis and Clark at a glance
- Best time
- June–September
- Trip length
- 2–3 days
- Don't miss
- See the Pacific at Cape Disappointment
- Nearby city
- Astoria, OR
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About Lewis and Clark National Historical Park
Explore the timeless rainforests and majestic coastal vistas. Discover the rich heritage of the native people. Unfold the dramatic stories of America's most famous explorers. The park encompasses sites along the Columbia River and the Pacific Coast. Follow in the footsteps of the explorers and have an adventure in history.
Weather Information
We see an average of 70 inches of rain a year and we are the foggiest location in the Lower 48 states.
- Summer
months are usually nice with days ranging from 55-70 degrees.
- Winter
are wet and mild, usually 40-55 degrees.
During the 106 days the Lewis and Clark Expedition wintered at Fort Clatsop in 1806 it rained all but 12 days and they saw the sun 6 times. While we are usually not so dreary make sure to prepare for rain or shine.
Entrance Fees
Operating Hours
Fort Clatsop Visitor Center and Replica (Winter)
Winter Hours: Begin the day after Labor Day Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Monday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance Passes
Annual Entrance - Park
$35.00The annual Oregon Coast Passport covers entry, vehicle parking, and day use fees at all Oregon state and federal fee sites along the Oregon Coast. Valid for 12 months.
Common questions
Planning Lewis and Clark National Historical Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Lewis and Clark has Recreation.gov reservations including Lewis and Clark National Historical Park Ranger-Guided Tours. Confirm current rules on Recreation.gov and the Permits tab before travel.
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