Fort Stevens - Behind the Scenes

Fort Stevens - Behind the Scenes

3 hours | Astoria | A S T - 2 1 5
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Description

Points of Interest

  • Astoria Column
  • Fort Stevens State Park
Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Board your motorcoach and visit the Astoria Column before you cross New Youngs Bay Bridge to Fort Stevens, the only U.S. fortification in the contiguous 48 states to be attacked by a foreign power since the War of 1812. Once you arrive your guide will take you on a tour of the complex and its bunkers, abandoned gun batteries, and tower stations. Although Fort Stevens did not see action during the Civil War, it sustained an attack during World War II when a Japanese submarine fired 17 shells on Battery Russell. No damage was incurred, and the Army didn't return fire. Shortly after World War II, the fort was deactivated and the armaments were removed. Visit the museum to learn more about the fort before heading back to the ship.

Special Notes:

Dress appropriately; sturdy walking shoes and a warm jacket are recommended. Total walking distance is approximately 3 miles. The tour will operate in all weather conditions.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from pier for visit to Astoria Column

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 49
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 00:30
Restroom available: Yes
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Transfer to Fort Stevens National Park for walking tour through fort and Military Museum

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 49
Travel time: 00:25
Time at site: 01:30
Walking distance: 500
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes

Return transfer to pier

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 49
Travel time: 00:25
Restroom available: Yes
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes