Explore the Sites of the Nez Perce National Historical ParkBig Hole National Battlefield is one of the 38 culturally and historically significant sites that make up the Nez Perce National Historical Park. Collectively, these sites tell the story of the nimí·pu· (Nez Perce) people, preserving their legacy and connecting visitors to their rich history. Spread across the traditional homeland of the nimí·pu·, the park sites are located in present-day Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Dedicated park staff are based at Big Hole National Battlefield, the visitor center in Spalding, ID, and seasonally at the Bear Paw Battlefield. Exploring all 38 sites would be an extensive journey, covering many hundreds of miles and requiring a significant amount of time. For information on specific sites and how to plan your visit, please refer to the links below. 
Directions to Big Hole
Directions to the Big Hole National Battlefield. 
Visit the Nez Perce NHP Visitor Center
Plan your trip to the park's main visitor center, headquarters, and several other historic sites in Spalding, Idaho. 
Visit Bear Paw Battlefield
This page provides the information you need to plan your trip to the site of the Nez Perce Flight of 1877's final battle. 
Visit Buffalo Eddy
Plan your visit to a site that contains hundreds of ancient, unique petroglyphs. Located near Asotin, WA. 
Visit Canoe Camp
Plan your trip to the site where Nez Perce helped Lewis & Clark carve canoes that took them to the Pacific Ocean. Located near Orofino, ID. 
Visit the Heart of the Monster
Plan your visit to the site where Coyote created the Nez Perce people. Located near present-day Kamiah, ID. 
Visit the Old Chief Joseph Gravesite
Plan your visit to the site where Tıwi·teqıs's remains are buried. Located near Joseph, OR. 
Visit Weippe Prairie
Plan your visit to the site where the Nez Perce met Lewis and Clark in 1805. Located near Weippe, ID. 
Visit White Bird Battlefield
Plan your trip to the site of the Nez Perce Flight of 1877's first battle. Located near Whitebird, ID. |
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Last updated: November 14, 2024