“The Great Columbia River” at Last
Snake—Columbia River Confluence
Autumn 1805: October 12-19 • Spring 1806: April 27-May 2

The Corps arrived at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia rivers, a traditional gathering place for many tribes, on October 16, 1805.

Some of the Expedition’s significant events in this region are listed below:
"A Good Road"
A Symbol of Peace
A Mystery Solved
"Formed a Camp at the Point"
"Remarkably Clear and Crowded with Salmon"
A Short Sidetrip Upriver