Continuing northwest on HWY 193, Wawawai Park is worth visiting
just for its pleasant atmosphere on a hot day. Interpretive signs
are located in the parking lot, along the trail, and in the lower
park. An interpretive trail winds up a hill on the north side of
the park. The 3/4 mile trail can be extended to 1 mile by starting
or ending at the group shelter. There is a small day use charge.
You can camp in the park too. While among the Nez Perce on the Snake
River, Lewis started describing them and their customs. In his October
10, 1805 entry, he noted: "The Cho-pun-ish or Pierced nose
Indians are Stout likely men, handsom women and verry dressey in
their way...." Left, view south from the trail.
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