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Before Lewis met up with Clark, he began the expedition on August 30, 1803 in Pittsburgh PA. Lt. William Clark would offer to join Lewis on the expedition weeks later on October 13, 1803 at Camp Dubois (in present-day Indiana). From there, they sailed down the Ohio River towards St. Louis. In spring 1805, they continued to the headwaters of the Missouri River, struggled across the Continental Divide, and headed west along the Salmon, Snake, and Columbia Rivers to the Pacific. They landed at the mouth of the Columbia River, Astoria, Oregon. The expedition then ended on September 23, 1806 upon their return to St. Louis from Oregon.
If you believe that the expedition began in Pittsburgh, then it took 2 years and 25 days.
If you believe that the expedition began when Clark joined then it took 1 year 11 months and 11 days.
If you don't believe me that the expedition began in Pittsburgh and NOT St. Louis, then follow the related link to the Louis and Clark Journals' first entry. As we all know, the common American history textbook likes to smudge the details.
What else can I help you with?
How long did it take Lewis and clark to reach the pacific ocean?
18 months
How long was Lewis and Clark's journey to the Pacific Ocean to the end?
from 1804 to 1806
Did Lewis and Clark go in search of a water route from the Midwest to the Pacific Ocean?
Lewis and Clark did not discover the Pacific Ocean, they knew it existed long before their expedition. They were in fact assigned to explore the newly purchased Louisiana Territory and find the "easiest way" to the Pacific. They certainly weren't looking for a "Northwest Passage."
How long did it take Lewis and Clark reach the Pacific Ocean?
it took thwm dour years to reach the ocean
Where is the Pacific County Friends Of Lewis And Clark in Long Beach Washington located?
The address of the Pacific County Friends Of Lewis And Clark is: Po Box 1059, Long Beach, WA 98631-1059
How far did Lewis and Clark go westward?
They traveled all the way to the Pacific Ocean; i know that the journey was about 7,689 miles long all together, but they dont say how long it was to the pacific hope it helped a little x)
How long was the return trip of Lewis and Clark?
they went back on the specific ocean
How long did Lewis and Clark take to make the trip from Camp Wood to the Pacific Ocean and back?
the whole journey took 2 years 4 months and 9 days
Did the Corps of Discovery find a route to the Pacific Ocean?
Yes, the Corps of Discovery, led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, found a route to the Pacific Ocean. They reached the Pacific Ocean in November 1805 after a long and arduous journey across the western United States.
How long did the entire trip last for Lewis and Clark?
The entire trip of Lewis and Clark, known as the Corps of Discovery Expedition, lasted approximately two years. It began on May 14, 1804, and concluded on September 23, 1806. The expedition covered around 8,000 miles as they traveled from St. Louis, Missouri, to the Pacific Ocean and back.
What did Clark write in his journal when they reached the Pacific Ocean?
Clark wrote in his journal that they had reached the Pacific Ocean on November 7, 1805, and that the sight was grand and satisfying after their long and arduous journey across the continent. He also noted the presence of whales spouting in the distance.
What was Clarks entry in his journal when they reached the pacific?
When William Clark and the Lewis and Clark expedition reached the Pacific Ocean on November 15, 1805, he recorded in his journal a sense of triumph and relief. He noted the breathtaking sight of the ocean and the fulfillment of their long journey, expressing gratitude for the successful expedition. Clark also described the challenges faced along the way and the significance of their achievement in mapping the western frontier. His entry conveyed both a sense of awe and the spirit of exploration that defined their mission.
