Weippe Prairie, National Historic Landmark Prairie in Clearwater County, Idaho.
The prairie extends across 3,120 acres at 3,000 feet elevation, featuring open fields, pine forests, and abundant camas flowers throughout the landscape.
In September 1805, the Lewis and Clark Expedition descended from the Bitterroot Mountains into this prairie, marking their first contact with the Nez Perce tribe.
The Nez Perce people gather annually at this location to collect camas bulbs, maintaining a tradition that spans multiple generations in this region.
The Weippe Discovery Center provides educational resources about the Lewis and Clark expedition, with two interpretive signs detailing the historical encounters.
The prairie contains 274 acres managed by Nez Perce National Historical Park, while private owners maintain the remaining substantial portion of the land.
Location: Idaho
GPS coordinates: 46.36670,-115.93300
Latest update: March 17, 2025 10:41
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