Today, Fort Stevens is a 4,acre park offering a variety of recreation adventures, including camping, beach-combing, a freshwater lake, trails, wildlife viewing, and an historic shipwreck.
Park features include:. Enjoy year-round military displays at the military museum and information center. Visit the only Civil War era earthen fort on the west coast, or explore the many turn-of-the-century, concrete artillery gun batteries. Underground tours are available during the summer of a gun battery that served as a World War II command center. For tour information, call the Friends of Old Fort Stevens at All campsites have a picnic table and fire pit.
Book reservations up to 6 months in advance at oregonstateparks. Reservations are required for cabins and yurts. Cell service is spotty at Fort Stevens, depending on your specific location and service provider. Contact us to speak to someone about this possibility. Space is limited so please make these arrangements far in advance. Bring a variety of clothes, including warm coats. Even in mid-summer it can be very cold and windy on the coast. Binoculars for wildlife viewing and a bicycle to explore 9 miles of paved trails are also recommended.
If you are visiting between March-July, mosquito repellent is strongly recommended. The park can be seen in a few hours, but it is recommended to spend more time to see what there is to offer. Fort Stevens is a destination park and many people spend a week or longer during the summertime. Our volunteer coordinator is Samantha Hollo. Her direct line is We would love to have you on board!
You can find application information on the state park website to get the process started. The lakes and rivers found within Oregon State Parks are open to unsupervised swimming. You are responsible for your own safety.
