Proposed Entrance Fee Schedule at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park

The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to increase the daily entrance fee at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park from $5.00 to $7.00 per person. Entrance fees are valid for seven days. An increase in the annual Lewis and Clark Pass from $20.00 to $30.00 is also proposed.

The new fees could take effect in May of 2018. The NPS began collecting entrance fees at Lewis and Clark (formerly Fort Clatsop) in 1987. This would be the fourth increase in 30 years.

Comments may also be submitted in writing to the Park Superintendent, 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria, OR 97103. Additionally, park visitors can provide comments to the park visitor center front desk and through social media.

All revenue from entrance fees collected at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park stay at the park. These funds preserve natural and cultural resources, improve visitor facilities, and provide educational and recreational opportunities. Past projects funded with entrance fees include construction of the Kwis Kwis and South Slough Trails, summer camps, fort maintenance, local youth employment and community outreach. Additional revenue raised by a fee increase would help fund development of new exhibits, increase accessibility of the park facilities, and provide for the upkeep of our expanded trail system.

Entrance fees are not charged to persons under 16 years of age or holders of the America the Beautiful-The National Parks and Federal Recreational Annual, Senior, Access, Military, or Volunteer Passes. These passes may be obtained at the park.

Following the 30 day comment period, feedback will determine how, or if, a fee increase would be implemented.

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