Take a Self-guided Tour

Autumn is a beautiful time to visit West Branch.

NPS Photo / John Tobiason

The grounds of the historic site are open 24 hours a day. Pick up a map at the Visitor Center or download the NPS App to your phone. Then visit the Birthplace Cottage, Blacksmith Shop, Schoolhouse, Friends Meetinghouse, Statue of Isis, Gravesite, and other historic features of the park.

Details

Duration

30-60 Minutes

Activity

Self-Guided Tours - Walking

The grounds of the historic site are open 24 hours a day. Get the park map and guide and a Junior Ranger activity book from the Visitor Center. Download the mobile app to your phone or borrow a tablet. Then visit the Birthplace Cottage, Blacksmith Shop, Schoolhouse, Friends Meetinghouse, Statue of Isis, Gravesite, and other historic features of the park.

Pets Allowed

Yes

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Any Time

Accessibility Information

Hard-surfaced walkways and ramps lead to all publicly accessible buildings and picnic shelters. An accessible walkway leads to the graves of President and Mrs. Hoover.

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