Join in a special “First Day Hike” at Travelers’ Rest State Park on Jan. 1, 2023, and walk in the footsteps of the Lewis and Clark Expedition on the first day of the new year.
The one-hour, approximately one-mile hike begins at 2 p.m. at the flag plaza near the parking lot and is free and open to all ages. Participants will get exclusive access to the Travelers’ Rest visitor center after the hike and can enjoy hot chocolate and ask additional questions. The terrain is mostly flat, but be sure to dress warmly with footwear that has good traction for snow-covered trails.
Travelers’ Rest is the only archaeologically confirmed campsite along the Lewis and Clark Trail. Hikers will learn about the scientific process and the technology used to pinpoint the location of the Travelers’ Rest site and see the areas that were excavated to uncover the campfire and latrine.
First Day Hikes are offered at select parks in Montana and around the country on New Year’s Day each year. To see more offerings, visit: fwp.mt.gov/stateparks. Find out more about Travelers’ Rest State Park (9717 Hwy 12 W. Lolo, MT) online at fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/travelers-rest. For questions about the park, this event, and other offerings, please call (406) 273-4253.
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