National Historic Site
Herbert Hoover National Historic Site is a National Historic Site in Iowa. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.
Iowa National Historic Site No entrance fee
Updated · NPS Data API
“Orphaned at age nine, Herbert Hoover left West Branch never to live here again. In later years, he returned to his humble birthplace to celebrate his long career of public service.”
Active alerts
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Closures
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Campgrounds
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Visitor centers
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The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.
Start your visit at the Visitor Center, where park rangers are available to answer questions and help you get oriented. Allow yourself up to 30 minutes in the Visitor Center, which is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.
30-60 Minutes Year-round
The grounds of the historic site are open 24 hours a day. Pick up a map at the Visitor Center or download the NPS App to your phone.
30-60 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
Herbert Hoover National Historic Site offers over two miles of trails through the tallgrass prairie and along Hoover Creek for hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and nature study. Trail maps are available from the visitor center.
30-60 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
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Activities the NPS lists for Herbert Hoover.
Arts and CultureCraft DemonstrationsFoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHikingFront-Country HikingJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum Exhibits
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From April 1 - October 31, historic buildings and the visitor center are open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. From November 1 - March 31, historic buildings are open 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
Weather: Spring and fall are mild with moderate temperatures. Average high temperatures in the spring and fall are between 50° and 60° F, with lows from 40° F to 50° F. Summer is hot and humid with average highs around 85° F.
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor Center | Daily: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 3196432541 | Yes |
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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