At-Home Archaeology and Museum Activities for Kids
Learn about archaeology and museums at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site with these fun activities for kids!
National Historic Site
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site is a National Historic Site in Oregon, Washington. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center; entrance fees start at $10.
OregonWashington National Historic Site America the Beautiful pass accepted
Updated · NPS Data API
About the park
“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.”
Active alerts
0
Closures
0
Campgrounds
0
Visitor centers
1
Current alerts and closures
The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.
Entrance fees and passes
A day use/entrance fee is required to access reconstructed Fort Vancouver for everyone 16 years of age or older. The Visitor Center, Pearson Air Museum, Barclay House, and McLoughlin House do not require a day use/entrance fee.
| Fee | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance - 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. Buy online |
| Pass | Cost | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Entrance - Park | $35 | Recreation.gov |
The interagency America the Beautiful pass is accepted here. This park is cashless — bring a card or buy your pass online.
Things to do
Become a Junior Ranger at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
Collect them all! Earn three Junior Ranger badges at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site.
Year-round Fee applies
Birdwatching at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
In the midst of urban Vancouver, Washington, Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, with its open green spaces and trees, is a great place to watch birds!
Year-round
See all 21 things to do in Fort Vancouver →
Activities the NPS lists for Fort Vancouver.
Arts and CultureCraft DemonstrationsCultural DemonstrationsBikingGuided ToursLiving HistoryReenactmentsHistoric Weapons DemonstrationJunior Ranger ProgramPlaygroundWildlife WatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store
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Operating hours
Standard operating hours for Vancouver, Washington facilities are Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Friday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Weather: 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.
Contact and directions
- Phone
- 3608166230
- [email protected]
- Address
- 1501 E Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, WA 98661
- Coordinates
- 45.6223, -122.6617· View on OpenStreetMap
Visitor centers
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Vancouver Visitor Center | 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 | (360) 816-6230 | Yes |
Campgrounds
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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Sources
- Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
- Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/fova/index.htm
- Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.