Until 2024-11-17T22:00:00-08:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...Sneaker waves possible. * WHERE...Clatsop and Tillamook Coast, and South Washington Coast. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Waves can run up significantly farther on a beach than normal, including over rocks and jetties. Sneaker waves can suddenly knock people off of their feet and quickly pull them into the frigid ocean which may lead to serious injury or drowning.
Fort Clatsop National Memorial is a historical site located in the state of Oregon, not Washington. The park commemorates the winter quarters of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, who explored the Pacific Northwest in the early 19th century.
Visitors come to the park to learn about the history of the expedition and the challenges they faced while living in the fort during the winter months. The park offers ranger-led tours, exhibits, and a replica of the original fort that visitors can explore.
Some of the specific points of interest within the park include the Fort Clatsop Visitor Center, the replica of Fort Clatsop, the Netul Landing, and the Salt Works.
Interesting facts about the area include that it was home to the Clatsop people before the arrival of European explorers, and that the winter of 1805-1806 was one of the wettest on record, making life in the fort difficult for the expedition.
The best time of year to visit Fort Clatsop National Memorial is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is mild and there are more ranger-led activities available.
