Lewis & Clark Scenic Byway
Lewis and Clark Trail, NE

Explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark traveled the Missouri River on their “Corps of Discovery” to find a route to the Pacific Ocean through the newly acquired Louisiana Territory. They mapped the land as they went, recorded its resources and contacted its native inhabitants. In the summer of 1804, Lewis and Clark traveled through what is now eastern Nebraska and western Iowa.

The Lewis and Clark Trail ultimately follows the route Lewis and Clark took through 11 states. In Nebraska, the Trail follows the eastern Nebraska border, as well as the northern border along the Missouri River. The trail intersects with the Outlaw Trail in South Sioux City. South Sioux City is a scenic stop on the Lewis and Clark Trail, which is also home to some historic sites, such as the Sgt. Floyd Monument, a 100-foot monument which memorializes Sgt. Floyd, the only officer to die during the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

The mighty Missouri River played an important role in the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and there are many opportunities to view the Missouri River from Ponca State Park or Lewis and Clark Lake and Recreation Area. Opportunities to go boating, fishing, or camping are also along the river.