DETOUR: Fort Clatsop
DETOUR: Fort Clatsop
50 States in the Rearview by Erin
S1 · E12
Jun 16, 2026
25:38
Episode notes

No capital this time—just a detour to a rain-soaked log fort at the very edge of the continent. Erin heads to Fort Clatsop to trace where the Pacific Northwest became American, sharing stories of true survival, absolute tolerance, and the incredible bond of a crew stuck in a 50-by-50 wet wooden box. It’s a look at a legendary turnaround point that reminds us that while the destination is what gets you moving, it’s the journey—and the people in your corner—that matters.

Keywords
american history
US History
Exploration
History Nerd
washington
fort clatsop
oregon
lewis and clark
corps of discovery
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