Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail
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Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail at a glance
- Best time
- April–May, September–October
- Trip length
- Multi-day (visit in segments)
- Don't miss
- Scenic trail segments — see Things to Do for access points
- Nearby city
- Santa Fe, NM
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About Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail
Explore the Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail across five states to see the 1,300-mile route traveled by Mormons who fled Nauvoo, Illinois, to the Great Salt Lake Valley in 1846-1847.
No current NPS alerts
The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 11, 2026). Official Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail page on nps.gov
Weather Information
Due to the length of the Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail, be sure to consult sources for the region you'll be visiting. Check out the forecast with the National Weather Service and search for the area you'd like to visit: weather.gov
Operating Hours
The Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail is not a clearly marked hiking trail. Instead it is a corridor that passes through communities, urban areas, public lands, and Wilderness. The route travels across a variety of land ownerships and management, including private land. Each location varies as to the hours of operation and access. Please contact individual trail sites before your visit for more information.
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Common questions
Planning Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
