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Fort Vancouver Garden Photo: NPS Photo / Troy Wayrynen

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

National Historic Site · Oregon, Washington

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.

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  • LocationVancouver, WA
  • Entrance $10 per person
  • HoursToday: Closed
  • Weather now56°F Sunny
  • Alerts No active alerts

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.

Topics
  • African American Heritage
  • Animals
  • Archeology
  • Architecture and Building
  • Asian American Heritage
  • Aviation
  • Colonization and Settlement
  • Commerce
8 more topics
  • Forts
  • LGB American Heritage
  • Military
  • Native American Heritage
  • Pacific Islander Heritage
  • Trade
  • US Army
  • Women's History
Black Powder Demonstrations at Fort Vancouver NHS
The military history at Vancouver Barracks is told through living history demonstrations, including historic weapons demonstrations. — NPS Photo / Troy Wayrynen

Things to Do

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Facilities & Services

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  • The Fort Vancouver Visitor Center

    Fort Vancouver Visitor Center

    Facility

    Begin your visit by learning about all the park's venues through new exhibits and activities. Watch a short film about the site's history, peruse the park's bookstore…

    1501 E Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, WA (360) 816-6230 Directions

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    Begin your visit by learning about all the park's venues through new exhibits and activities. Watch a short film about the site's history, peruse the park's bookstore, and enjoy a display of artwork by American Indian artists.

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Hours

Today: Closed · Vancouver, Washington

Hours by area (2)
  • Vancouver, WashingtonToday: Closed

    Standard operating hours for Vancouver, Washington facilities are Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday9:00AM - 4:00PM
    Wednesday9:00AM - 4:00PM
    Thursday9:00AM - 4:00PM
    Friday9:00AM - 4:00PM
    Saturday9:00AM - 4:00PM
    SundayClosed
  • Oregon City, OregonToday: Closed

    The Oregon City, Oregon facilities are open Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. With the exception of its winter seasonal closure.

    MondayClosed
    TuesdayClosed
    WednesdayClosed
    ThursdayClosed
    Friday10:00AM - 4:00PM
    Saturday10:00AM - 4:00PM
    SundayClosed

Entrance fees

  • $10Per Person
Fee details
  • Per Person$10

    Day 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.

Passes

  • $35Annual Entrance - Park
Pass details
  • Annual Entrance - Park

    Fort Vancouver National Historic Site offers an annual pass that covers entrance fees for 4 visitors ages 16 and up. Visitors ages 15 and under are free. This pass can be purchased at the gates of Fort Vancouver or at Recreation.gov.

Address

1501 E Evergreen Blvd.
Vancouver, WA 98661

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Weather & conditions

56°F
Sunny · feels like 53°
  • Today 65° 47°
    Sunny
    2% rain
  • Tomorrow 57° 50°
    Overcast
    11% rain
  • Wednesday 68° 51°
    Sunny
    4% rain

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What to expect by season

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.

Photos

  • Fort Vancouver
    A walk through the reconstructed Fort Vancouver is a highlight of any trip to Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. — NPS Photo / Troy Wayrynen
  • McLoughlin House
  • Pearson Air Museum

Getting There

1501 E Evergreen Blvd.
Vancouver, WA 98661

From I-5, take the Mill Plain Boulevard exit (Exit 1-C) and head east. Turn south onto Fort Vancouver Way.

Full directions

At the traffic circle, go east on Evergreen Boulevard and follow signs to the Fort Vancouver Visitor Center. From I-205, go west on Highway 14 about six miles, then take I-5 north. From I-5, take the Mill Plain Boulevard exit (Exit 1-C) and head east. At the traffic circle, go east on Evergreen Boulevard and follow signs to the Fort Vancouver Visitor Center.

Get directions NPS directions Official NPS site

Mailing address: 800 Hatheway Road, Bldg. 722, Vancouver, WA 98661

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