Oregon Forts - Historic Forts

Fort Clatsop: Lewis and Clark National Historical Park Guide

10/31/2026 by Cory Haasnoot

Fort Clatsop is where Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery spent the winter of 1805-1806. The small fort sat near the mouth of the Columbia River, just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean. President Thomas Jefferson dispatched the team to explore the western territory. After leaving St. Louis and crossing the Rocky Mountains, the … Read more

10 Historic Forts in Oregon: A Guardian of the Pacific

10/31/202609/01/2023 by Cory Haasnoot

Oregon, at the mouth of the Columbia River, has a storied history of forts that played crucial roles during various eras, including World War II. These forts, now often managed by Oregon State Parks or considered National Historic Sites, have witnessed the transformation of the Pacific Northwest. In this article on Oregon’s historic forts, we … Read more