Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail
National Historic Trail ยท Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Washington, West Virginia
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Historic trail across the US
The Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail is a route across the United States commemorating the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1804 to 1806. It is part of the National Trails System of the United States. It extends for some 4,900 miles (7,900ย km) from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the mouth of the Columbia River near present-day Astoria, Oregon. It was originally established in 1978 as a 3,700-mile (6,000ย km) trail following the historic outbound and inbound routes of the Lewis and Clark Expedition from Camp Dubois at Wood River, Illinois, to Oregon. In 2019, the trail was extended east to follow the expedition's 1803 preparatory journey from Pittsburgh to Wood River. The trail connects 16 states and many tribal lands.
About Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail
The Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail winds nearly 4,900 miles through the homelands of more than 60 Tribal nations. It follows the historic outbound and inbound routes of the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1803-1806 from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the Pacific Ocean. Follow the trail to find the people, places, and stories that make up the complex legacy of the expedition.
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Visitor Center Hours
Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Visitor Center is located on the Missouri River in Omaha, Nebraska.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail?
Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail?
Popular activities at Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail include: Auto and ATV, Scenic Driving, Biking, Boating, Fishing, Guided Tours, Hiking, Living History.
What is the weather like at Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail?
In winter, watch for ice on trails and sidewalks. In summer, make sure to drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen on hot days. Keep in mind the Trail covers 16 states, use www.weather.gov to look up the specific area you plan to visit.
How do I get to Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail?
Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail Headquarters Visitor Center is located inside DOI, National Park Service, Interior Region 3,4,5 Office. We are right on the Missouri River next to the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge in downtown Omaha, NE.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
In winter, watch for ice on trails and sidewalks. In summer, make sure to drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen on hot days. Keep in mind the Trail covers 16 states, use www.weather.gov to look up the specific area you plan to visit.
Directions
Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail Headquarters Visitor Center is located inside DOI, National Park Service, Interior Region 3,4,5 Office. We are right on the Missouri River next to the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge in downtown Omaha, NE.
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