Nez Perce National Historical Park
Since time immemorial, the valleys, prairies, mountains, and plateaus of the inland northwest have been home to the nimíipuu (Nez Perce) people.
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About Nez Perce National Historical Park
Since time immemorial, the valleys, prairies, mountains, and plateaus of the inland northwest have been home to the nimíipuu (Nez Perce) people. Extremely resilient, they survived the settling of the United States and adapted to a changed world. Nez Perce National Historical Park consists of 38 places important to the history and culture of the nimíipuu. Explore these places. Learn their stories.
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Driving times from Nez Perce National Historical Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Nez Perce National Historical Park, Spalding Visitor Center
- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- 8:30AM - 4:00PM
- Wed
- 8:30AM - 4:00PM
- Thu
- 8:30AM - 4:00PM
- Fri
- 8:30AM - 4:00PM
- Sat
- 8:30AM - 4:00PM
- Sun
- Closed
Activities
Getting there
Elevations in the Park range from 700 feet above sea level to over 8,000, providing a wide range of climatic conditions, that follow the four seasons. Be prepared for very warm weather in the summer months, in particular in the river valleys. The spring and fall are moderate and comfortable. Winter conditions can be severe in the higher elevations, with snow and ice making travel difficult and dangerous. Please visit the National Weather Service for comprehensive weather information.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Nez Perce National Historical Park?
- Popular activities include Arts and Culture, Birdwatching, Bookstore and Park Store, Craft Demonstrations, Cultural Demonstrations, Food.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Nez Perce National Historical Park?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Whitman Mission National Historic Site (3 h 37 min), Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail (4 h 15 min), Big Hole National Battlefield (4 h 28 min), Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site (4 h 30 min), Glacier National Park (5 h 43 min), Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument (5 h 52 min).