The Nez Perce guides, who helped the Corps over the treacherous Bitteroot Mountains from the Clearwater Long Camp (see lct211) remained with the Lewis contingent until July4. They were in enemy territory so were returning home. Lewis had hunters provide meat for them to dry for the long return (illustrations left and right).

Blackfoot River

HWY 93 goes north from Travelers' Rest, along Bitteroot River, Lewis' July 3 route, camping near the Clarks Fork and Blackfoot River confluence.

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Lewis Return Trail