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Nez Perce National Historical Park
Plan Your Visit
 

Nez Perce National Historical Park has thirty-eight sites spread over four states (Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington) that touch on many of the threads that make up the Nez Perce story. There are a variety of ways to experience the sites and stories of the Nez Perce. Most of the information to plan a trip is available on this web site.

Join us in commemorating the history of a culture that has left a distinctive mark on the history of the west and continue to make contributions to the tapestry that is the American experience.

 Nez Perce National Historical Park Visitor Guide
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 Petroglyphs at Buffalo Eddy. A priceless resource that provides a window to our past
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Things to remember when visiting the park
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The great Nez Perce rodeo rider Jackson Sundown on his horse, circa 1920. NPS photo NEPE-HI-1922  

Did You Know?
Horses came into Nez Perce country about the 1730s and the Nez Perce became well known for their large herds of fine horses. The Nez Perce practiced selective breeding to obtain the traits of intelligence, endurance, and speed.

Last Updated: September 18, 2006 at 09:02 EST