National Historical Park
Nez Perce National Historical Park is a National Historical Park in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.
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“Since time immemorial, the valleys, prairies, mountains, and plateaus of the inland northwest have been home to the nimíipuu (Nez Perce) people. Extremely resilient, they survived the settling of the United States and adapted to a changed world.”
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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.
Coho Salmon have used the waterways of North Central Idaho for millennia to travel to and from the Ocean. In 1984 Coho Salmon were listed as an extinct species, but the hard work of the Nez Perce Fisheries Program has brought them back.
10-120 Minutes Fall Pets allowed
Three legend sites along the Clearwater river highlighting the trickster Coyote.
Year-round Pets allowed
The prairie has always been a traditional gathering place for the nimí·pu· (Nez Perce). Families come to dig for camas bulbs (an important staple in the nimí·pu· diet), socialize, and worship. Blooms can be seen in the springtime.
10-60 Minutes Spring Pets allowed
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Activities the NPS lists for Nez Perce.
Arts and CultureCraft DemonstrationsCultural DemonstrationsFoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingSelf-Guided Tours - AutoHikingHorse TrekkingJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs
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Summer visitor center operating hours are 8:30 am - 4:00 pm daily. In the winter, the visitor center is open 5-days a week from Tuesday - Saturday from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm. Closed Sunday and Monday.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8:30AM - 4:00PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30AM - 4:00PM |
| Thursday | 8:30AM - 4:00PM |
| Friday | 8:30AM - 4:00PM |
| Saturday | 8:30AM - 4:00PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Weather: Elevations in the Park range from 700 feet above sea level to over 8,000, providing a wide range of climatic conditions, that follow the four seasons.
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nez Perce National Historical Park Visitor Center | Mon Closed · Tue 8:30AM - 4:00PM · Wed 8:30AM - 4:00PM · Thu 8:30AM - 4:00PM · Fri 8:30AM - 4:00PM · Sat 8:30AM - 4:00PM · Sun Closed | 208-843-7009 | Yes |
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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