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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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Photos

Small waterfall with brown rocks and green moss
Giant springs is a site along the Lewis and Clark National Historic Site located in Great Falls, Montana
sun dips behind mountains. In the foreground and meandering river catches the light. Leafy trees sur
Sunset over Missouri River headwaters
Cyclist biking dirt path along riverfront. Leafy trees and wetlands habitat in distance.
Cyclist along the riverfront along the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail
Water in the foreground with large conical rock on shore
Beacon Rock along the Columbia River in Washington.
Interpretive sign overlooking park and river in the background
Lewis and Clark interpretive sign overlooking park and the Ohio River

Activities

  • Auto and ATV
  • Scenic Driving
  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Fishing
  • Guided Tours
  • Hiking
  • Living History
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Snowshoeing
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store