Between fort and sea
Hiking at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park
BY MALIA RIGGS
With the crisp air and green leaves of
spring just around the corner, look no fur-
ther for a perfect day hiking destination than
Lewis and Clark National Historical Park. To
celebrate National Park Week, take a trip to
learn about these historic lands and explore
miles of beautiful trails.
Varying in length and diffi culty, many
of the trails in this park share one quality:
they get muddy during the rainy season, so
be sure to prepare for any and all kinds of
weather and terrain. Don’t forget to visit the
Fort Clatsop Visitor Center to pay the $10
entrance fee or show your National Park
pass, then learn about the famed expedition
through history exhibits.
Kwis Kwis Trail, 3.6 miles
The name “Kwis Kwis” comes from the
sound of a chipmunk, an abundant species
along the route. This loop trail runs east of
U.S. Highway 101. Gaining about 880 feet in
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The Fort to Sea and Kwis Kwis trails feature many boardwalks over wetland areas.
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ABOVE: The Fort to
Sea Trail winds along
dunes, estuaries,
meadows and
forests, providing
a full picture of the
coastal landscape.
LEFT: Many types
of berries can be
found along trails
throughout the park.
Photos by
Lissa Brewer