On 101. The Corps found safe haven at Lewis and Clark Campsite (Station Camp) near today’s Dismal Nitch Rest Area and the Astoria-Megler Bridge. The site served as a base camp from November 15 to 24, 1805, when both Lewis and Clark led separate groups overland to view the Pacific Ocean near today’s Dismal Nitch Rest Area and the Astoria-Megler Bridge.