Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
Located on the north bank of the Columbia River, in sight of snowy mountain peaks and a vibrant urban landscape, this park has a rich cultural past.
Photo: NPS Photo / Troy Wayrynen / NPS
About Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
Located on the north bank of the Columbia River, in sight of snowy mountain peaks and a vibrant urban landscape, this park has a rich cultural past. From a frontier fur trading post, to a powerful military legacy, the magic of flight, and the origin of the American Pacific Northwest, history is shared at four unique sites. Discover stories of transition, settlement, conflict, and community.
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Driving times from Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Entrance fees
Entrance - Per Person
$10.00Day use/entrance fees are required for visitors ages 16 and up to access reconstructed Fort Vancouver. Federal Interagency Passes are accepted. There is no day use/entrance fee for visitors accessing the Visitor Center, Pearson Air Museum, the Barclay House, and McLoughlin House.
Hours
Vancouver, Washington
- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Wed
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Thu
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Fri
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sat
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sun
- Closed
Oregon City, Oregon
- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- Closed
- Wed
- Closed
- Thu
- Closed
- Fri
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sat
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sun
- Closed
Activities
Getting there
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site is located in a mild, temperate climate. However, in the case of severe weather, park alerts posted on the park's website will provide information about emergency closures.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to enter Fort Vancouver National Historic Site?
- Entrance to Fort Vancouver National Historic Site starts at $10. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.
- What is there to do at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site?
- Popular activities include Arts and Culture, Biking, Bookstore and Park Store, Craft Demonstrations, Cultural Demonstrations, Guided Tours.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Fort Vancouver National Historic Site?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Lewis and Clark National Historical Park (1 h 52 min), Wing Luke Museum Affiliated Area (2 h 43 min), Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park (2 h 45 min), Mount Rainier National Park (3 h 11 min), Whitman Mission National Historic Site (3 h 57 min), Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail (4 h 15 min).