Start in Omaha, where the expedition camped in 1804, and visit the Lewis and Clark Landing and Durham Museum to explore the region’s past. Travel north to Fort Atkinson State Historic Park, Nebraska’s first military post, where reenactments bring the early 1800s to life. Next, stop at DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge, home to migratory birds and the preserved steamboat Bertrand, which sank in 1865. Continue to Ponca State Park, where panoramic views of the Missouri River and Indigenous history enhance the journey. Conclude in Sioux City, where the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center details the expedition’s challenges, including the death […]
Embark on an unforgettable journey along the Missouri River, tracing the path of Lewis and Clark! Begin in White Cloud, Kansas, where the stunning Four-State Lookout offers breathtaking views of lands rich in indigenous history. Follow the river north to Brownville, Nebraska, a charming town filled with frontier history and steamboat-era charm. In Nebraska City, step into history at the Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Center and explore a replica of Camp Dubois. Stroll tree-lined streets in the birthplace of Arbor Day. In Omaha, walk the scenic riverfront at Lewis and Clark Landing, get your Trail Passport stamp, and […]
Traveling from Sioux City, Iowa, to Niobrara, Nebraska, takes you on a beautiful 90-mile journey through the rolling landscapes of the Missouri River Valley. This route follows the path of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, offering breathtaking views, historic sites, and opportunities to experience the natural beauty of the region. Read detailed stories in Discover Lewis and Clark, check out Events that may be occuring along the way
Follow the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail from Niobrara, Nebraska, to Pierre, South Dakota, tracing the Missouri River through rich history and stunning landscapes. Start in Niobrara, where rolling prairies meet the river, then head to Fort Randall, home to historic military ruins and the impressive Fort Randall Dam. In Chamberlain, marvel at the Dignity of Earth & Sky statue and explore the Akta Lakota Museum, which showcases Lakota history and culture. Continue to Fort Thompson, where the Big Bend of the Missouri offers a striking view of the river’s winding path. Stop in Fort Pierre, the site of […]
Embark on a journey through history along the Missouri River, where explorers, pioneers, and traders shaped the American frontier. Begin at Kaw Point, where Lewis and Clark once camped, then cross the Fairfax Bridge and wind through the scenic river bottoms of Missouri. Follow MO 9 and 45 to Fort Leavenworth, the oldest active fort west of the Appalachians—a must-see for history buffs. Next, step into the past in Weston, Missouri, with its charming 19th-century streets, tobacco barns, and the legendary Holladay Distillery. Continue to Atchison, Kansas, where the Corps of Discovery once celebrated Independence Day along the riverbanks. In St. […]
Join us as we follow the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail through western Missouri and into Kansas. Starting in Columbia, we’ll explore the historic Booneslick Country, named for Daniel Boone’s sons’ salt works, where Lewis and Clark noted the “saline” in 1804. We’ll visit Old Franklin, the starting point of the Santa Fe Trail, and continue through Arrow Rock, a preserved time capsule of the past, and Lexington, rich in frontier history. Next, we’ll discover Fort Osage, established by William Clark in 1808, before heading to Kansas City. At Lewis and Clark Point, we’ll stand where Lewis and Clark […]
On May 21, 1804, the Expedition departed from St. Charles, reaching the mouth of Moniteau Creek on June 7th, near what is now Rocheport. Traveling westward from St. Charles, you can trace their path on both sides of the river. On the south side you will see spectacular bluffs and the Missouri Wine Country. On the north side you can enjoy following the KATY Trail, which runs parallel to the northern bank of the Missouri River. “a Short distance above the mouth of this Creek, is Several Courious Paintings and Carveing in the projecting rock of Limestone inlade with white […]