National Historic Trail

Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail

Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail is a National Historic Trail in Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Washington, West Virginia. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.

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Updated Oct 28, 2026, 9:51 AM EDT · NPS Data API

Small waterfall with brown rocks and green moss — Giant Springs · Photo: NPS Photo / Alex Wiles (via nps.gov)

About the park

“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.”

— National Park Service, nps.gov/lecl

Active alerts

Closures

Campgrounds

Visitor centers

Current alerts and closures

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.

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

This park is cashless — bring a card or buy your pass online.

Things to do

A bike strapped with bags leans on bridge railings with a tunnel through a cliff in background — Photo: NPS / McCarthy

Bike the Katy Trail

Katy Trail State Park runs 240 miles across the state of Missouri between Clinton and Machens. Known as the country's longest continuous rail-trail, it attracts cyclists, walkers, equestrians, nature lovers, and history buffs seeking adventure along the…

0-7 Days Year-round Pets allowed

Biking

A young girl rides her bike in a grassy area along the river. — Photo: NPS/BURGHART

Hanford: Bike and Walk the Sacagawea Heritage Trail

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 history including Lewis and Clark’s experience in the Mid-Columbia region.

1-4 Hours Year-round Pets allowed

Biking

Milky Way Galaxy and Stars — Photo: NPS Photo

Stargaze at Spirit Mound

stargaze

Year-round Pets allowed

Stargazing

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Activities the NPS lists for Lewis & Clark.

Auto and ATVScenic DrivingBikingBoatingFishingGuided ToursHikingLiving HistoryJunior Ranger ProgramSnowshoeingWildlife WatchingMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store

Operating hours

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

Visitor Center Hours
Day	Hours
Monday	8:30AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday	8:30AM - 4:30PM
Wednesday	8:30AM - 4:30PM
Thursday	8:30AM - 4:30PM
Friday	8:30AM - 4:30PM
Saturday	8:30AM - 4:30PM
Sunday	8:30AM - 4:30PM

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.

Contact and directions

Phone: 402-808-2714
Email: [email protected]
Address: 601 Riverfront Dr., Omaha, NE 68102
Coordinates: 41.2646, -95.9245· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor center	Standard hours	Phone	Passport stamp
Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Visitor Center	Daily: 8:30AM - 4:30PM	4026611804	Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Sources

Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/lecl/index.htm
Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.