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Congress passed the National Trails System Act in 1968, establishing a framework for a nationwide system of scenic, recreational, and historic trails. The Nez Perce (Nee-Me-Poo) National Historic Trail stretches from Wallowa Lake, Oregon, to the Bear Paw Battlefield near Chinook, Montana. It was added to this system by Congress as a National Historic Trail in 1986. Learn more about the Nez Perce National Historic Trail.
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Fall 2024 Newsletter
Across the Trail: The newsletter of the Nez Perce (Nee-Me-Poo) National Historic Trail [PDF, 1.7 MB]
Trail Ethics and Safety
It is up to us to respectfully use the trail while remembering that it is part of our heritage. To the Nee-Me-Poo, the trail is part of their sacred land, land they still use. If we want those who come after us to have a sense of the trail history, it is up to us to preserve and protect it. Learn more about trail ethics and safety
National Scenic, Historic, and Recreation Trails
The Forest Service manages and cares for many National Scenic, Historic, and Recreation Trails with the help of countless volunteers and partners.
For additional information, refer to the Partnership for the National Trail System, American Trails, National Park Service, and Bureau of Land Management national trail websites.
Spotlights
Agents of Discovery in the Bitterroot Valley App Mission sites now
Bitterroot Valley of Western Montana. An educational mobile gaming platform that uses augmented reality to motivate youth and their families to get outdoors, moving, and learning.
Trail Ethics and Safety
This land is an important source of spiritual strength for all races of people including the Nez Perce. Its natural and historic sites should be left undisturbed by all who visit.
A Landscape of History Video
This beautifully produced video takes you on the 1,170-mile journey taken by the Nez Perce tribe in 1877. It highlights the need to preserve and interpret this landscape of history. 20 min.
Links
View web links to government entities, associated trails, tribal sites, friends and partners, university, and others we thought you might enjoy.
Key Contacts
- Sandra Broncheau-McFarland, Administrator NPNHT
Northern Region R1
12740 Hwy 12
Orofino, Idaho 83544
(208) 476-8234
sandra.broncheau-mcfarland@usda.gov
