Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail

These statues, by Douglas Hyde, depict an interaction between Lewis, Clark, and one of the Nez Perce leaders. This particular leader, known as Walamottinin or Twisted Hair, offered guidance to Lewis and Clark.

The Clay Pit Pond is a half mile loop primitive trail with access at the Fort Clatsop Visitor Center picnic area. It is a great trail for those looking for a short but dynamic hike. The trail features a vernal pond surrounded by skunk cabbage and sedges. There are steep steps and lots of trees growing close to the trail so watch out for roots and newts!

This Lewis and Clark statue is located within the Lewis and Clark National Historic Park in Seaside, Oregon.

Visit the replica fort and visitor center to learn more about the Lewis & Clark expedition and local native culture. If you visit during our Summer or Winter programs you may even get to talk to rangers in costumes and try your hand at 19th century tasks. Experience this incredible story in a tangible way when you lay down on a bed in the fort or take a walk along the Netul river.

Explore the Missouri River through the perspective of Lewis and Clark with these notable places within the MNRR.

Embark on a voyage of discovery as you learn about the historical homelands of the Clatsop people, and the winter that Lewis and Clark spent in the area. This self-guided audio tour will take you to the must-see sights around Fort Clatsop, beginning at the visitor center and ending back in the parking lot.

Take an easy approximately 1 mile stroll along the beautiful Netul River Trail. Watch for water birds, eagles and sometimes otters! Along the way you can learn about the history of logging and commerce along the Lewis and Clark River.

This statue of Sacajawea and her son, Jean Baptiste, was made by artist Jim Demetro. Sacajawea, the only woman involved in the expedition, is an important figure in American history. The statue is located at Sacajawea’s Rest Park, a tiny park located between two buildings in Darby, Montana. The artist also made an identical statue at Fort Clatsop, Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, located in Oregon and Washington.

The South Slough Trail is a three mile loop that can be accessed from the Fort to Sea Trailhead or from near the North Netul Landing that features twist and turns and steep changes in elevation among large trees and a boardwalk over the Colewort Creek restoration area.