lolo trail

Hiking this trail was like taking a trip back in time and walking in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark and the Nez Perce. If you are interested in the Lewis and Clark expedition, hike this trail. It has been kept as true to original form as possible. It is steep, slippery, and a tough hike, but worth it. I don't know that I would take little kids on it however as it might be a little dangerous.

Made a trip up to Lolo Pass, the weather and scenery was gorgeous! There are different trails to walk on and wild life is everywhere! The animals are so fun to watch and photograph. Inside is a small "museum" telling the history of the area and the Indians. It was all very informative. They had a TV running documentaries on the area if you wanted to take the time to sit, have a cup of tea and watch. Got a couple of cute pictures of the local residents. A fun drive and enjoying the scenery is a wonder.

We never get tired of driving up through the Lolo Pass. The scenery reminds us we are living in a very beautiful part of the United States. The streams on the way up and down are so relaxing to watch. Take a few minutes to get out and enjoy nature. The visitors center at the top of Lolo Pass is always a friendly and informative place to stop. Take a short walk around the nature trail or go off for miles hiking from the Visitors Center.

Driving the Lolo Trail along Rt 12 is just gorgeous. My wife and I took a day trip out of Missoula to get some idea what and where Louis and Clark had to transverse by going over this pass.Stop at the Lolo Visitors Center. We can across a wonderful Ranger who gave us a little history lesson on the expedition of Louis and Clark. There is a wonderful stop just around the corner from the visitors center that gives one an idea of what the Louis and Clark group had to transverse. Another must is to stop at the Lochsa Rest Stop wilth Restaurant in Powell, ID; a great place to stay overnight.

Follow the route of the Nez Perce and Lewis & Clark through this beautiful area. It cuts through the Bitteroot Range allowing an appreciation of the hardships experienced by the fleeing Nez Perce in 1877.