National Historic Trail

Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail

About Lewis & Clark

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.

From the National Park Service.

States: Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Washington and West Virginia
Designation: National Historic Trail
Entrance fee: None listed

Trail data for this park is still being added.
Places for this park are still being added.

Know before you go

Fees, hours, weather and getting to Lewis & Clark.

Entrance fees

The National Park Service lists no entrance fee for this park.

Hours

Visitor Center Hours

Mon: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Tue: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Wed: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Thu: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Fri: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Sat: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Sun: 8:30AM - 4:30PM

Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Visitor Center is located on the Missouri River in Omaha, Nebraska.

Weather and when to go

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.

Getting there

Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Headquarters and Visitor Center is located on the first floor of the 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.

Directions from the National Park Service

Contact the park

Address: 601 Riverfront Dr., Omaha, NE 68102
Phone: (402) 808-2714
Email: lecl_information@nps.gov
Official site: nps.gov/lecl

From the National Park Service, checked weekly. Fees, hours and road conditions change: confirm with the park before you go.

Trip planner

A day-by-day plan for Lewis & Clark

Tell us your dates and what you are into. We group the stops by where they are, so each day is one part of the park, not a zigzag.

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Things to do in Lewis & Clark

The park service's own list, with how long each takes.

Hanford: Bike and Walk the Sacagawea Heritage Trail

Biking · about 2 hours

This recreational trail along the Columbia River is a perfect way to explore the Tri-Cities on foot and bike. Interpretive signs along the route share information about local hist…
Experience History Come Alive at Fort Clatsop

Living History · about 1.7 hours

Visit the replica fort and visitor center to learn more about the Lewis & Clark expedition and local native culture. If you visit during our Summer or Winter programs you may even…
Water Trails

Kayaking · about 45 min · Reservation required

Lewis and Clark’s legendary expedition would not have been possible had they not been able to navigate some of North America’s longest rivers. Today, the officially designated wat…
Fort Clatsop Audio Tour

Self-Guided Tours - Walking · about 35 min

Embark on a voyage of discovery as you learn about the historical homelands of the Clatsop people, and the winter that Lewis and Clark spent in the area. This self-guided audio to…
Stargaze at Spirit Mound

Stargazing · about 45 min

stargaze
South Slough Trail

Hiking · about 1.7 hours

The South Slough Trail is a three mile loop that can be accessed from the Fort to Sea Trailhead or from near the North Netul Landing that features twist and turns and steep change…
Clay Pit Pond Trail

Hiking · about 30 min

The Clay Pit Pond is a half mile loop primitive trail with access at the Fort Clatsop Visitor Center picnic area. It is a great trail for those looking for a short but dynamic hik…
Netul River Trail

Hiking · about 35 min

Take an easy approximately 1 mile stroll along the beautiful Netul River Trail. Watch for water birds, eagles and sometimes otters! Along the way you can learn about the history o…
Chief Twisted Hair Statue

Arts and Culture · about 45 min

These statues, by Douglas Hyde, depict an interaction between Lewis, Clark, and one of the Nez Perce leaders. This particular leader, known as Walamottinin or Twisted Hair, offere…