Oregon Trail
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Plan route in Roadie appTravel in the footsteps of early pioneers who migrated West along the Oregon Trail. It was one of the most dangerous routes where pioneers encountered natural barriers and Native Americans. These sites have become major attractions along the route as you see stunning natural landscapes and formations that serve as route markers.
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"Independence, Missouri" by Ken Lund is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0
Independence
One of Missouri’s largest cities with historical sites
Open in Google Maps< 1 mi • 2 min
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National Frontier Trails Museum
Museum dedicated to early pioneers on the Oregon Trail
Open in Google MapsImage by Gorilla Jones is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
350 mi • 5 h 31 min
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Fort Kearney State Historical Park
Legendary fort used to protect pioneers from Native Americans
Open in Google Maps"Fort Kearny's Blacksmith" by Jim Bowen is licensed under CC BY 2.0
184 mi • 2 h 35 min
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71 mi • 1 h 11 min
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Chimney Rock National Historic Site
Unique rock formation to mark the Oregon Trail
Open in Google MapsImage by Mike Tigas is licensed under CC BY 2.0
22 mi • 26 min
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"Scotts Bluff National Monument" by Jasperdo is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
Scotts Bluff National Monument
Bluff monument with beautiful scenery
Open in Google Maps56 mi • 1 h 1 min
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"Fort Laramie, Wyoming" by Jasperdo is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
15 mi • 17 min
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"Guernsey State Park" by Jasperdo is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
114 mi • 1 h 34 min
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Image by Carol M. Highsmith is licensed under CC0
7 mi • 15 min
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"One Toe of Independence Rock" by Philip Bouchard is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
Independence Rock State Historic Site
Natural landmark used as historical route marker
Open in Google Maps210 mi • 3 h 28 min
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Image by Ryan Reeder is licensed under CC0
228 mi • 3 h 50 min
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Image by Anna-Katharina Stöcklin is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
167 mi • 2 h 49 min
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Image by Tim Peterson is licensed under Unsplash License
23 mi • 34 min
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Image by Austin Farrington is licensed under Unsplash License
Yellowstone National Park
First national park established in the world
Open in Google Maps260 mi • 4 h 32 min
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Image by gillfoto is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
239 mi • 3 h 38 min
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196 mi • 2 h 41 min
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"Downtown Boise" by Frank Fujimoto is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
140 mi • 2 h 7 min
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"National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center" by Rick Obst is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0
National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
Recreated scenes from the early pioneer journey to the west
Open in Google Maps299 mi • 4 h 30 min
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Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Park along the Columbia River for recreation
Open in Google Maps"Columbia River Gorge, Oregon" by Jeremy Wilburn is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
16 mi • 22 min
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Image by Pete Forsyth, Wiki Strategies is licensed under CC BY 4.0