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The Lewis & Clark Expedition, also known as the Corps of Discovery, camped at this location from September 9-11, 1805 and then again on June 30-July 3, 1806. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1960 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. Travelers' Rest State Park is the only archaeologically-verified campsite of the Expedition. It was also a place where Indigenous people camped, gathered resources, and met for trade and fellowship. The park features a trail with interpretive panels describing the Expedition, the wildlife, and the original inhabitants of the land. The Visitor Center includes exhibits of archaeological finds, Indigenous history and culture, and a hands-on area for young children.


Sign at entrance to Travelers' Rest State Park on Highway 12

A wood and stone sign featuring a large cottonwood leaf and a banner reading Travelers' Rest State Park

Flags fly over a red roofed building under a blue sky with puffy white clouds

Indigenous interpreter Buck Morigeau with children

An indigenous man kneeling next to interested children with a tipi in the background

Visitors enjoy exhibits

Interior of visitor center with exhibit panels and artifacts

When the site was declared a national landmark, it was actually off by a mile and half. Studies in the early 1980s and later early 2000s (coinciding with the excavations) finally established the correct location of the campsite and the boundaries of the park. 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traveler%27s_Rest_(Lolo,_Montana) http://www.visitmt.com/listings/general/state-park/travelers-rest-state-park.html

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Travelers' Rest Connection

Travelers' Rest Connection

Travelers' Rest Connection