Weather is the dominant concern along this stretch of the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail in Douglas County, Nebraska. Hail and thunderstorm winds together account for 34 recorded events in the data, and the corridor has also logged 6 flash flood incidents alongside 2 confirmed tornadoes — a combination that makes fast-moving Great Plains storms the clearest threat to campers in the area.
When severe weather rolls in, get off exposed riverbanks and low-lying paths immediately, since flash floods can rise with little warning along the Missouri River corridor. Keep a NOAA weather radio or a phone app with tone alerts running at your campsite so you catch tornado and flash-flood warnings before conditions deteriorate. Store gear in hard-sided vehicles rather than tents when hail is forecast, and identify the nearest sturdy structure or designated shelter before you set up camp.
Top recorded hazards in Douglas County
County dataFrom NOAA Storm Events (2024). Counts of recorded incidents — not all occurred at this park.
- Hail 18
- Thunderstorm Wind 16
- Flash Flood 6
- Flood 3
- Tornado 2
- Funnel Cloud 1
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About Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail
The Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail winds nearly 4,900 miles through the homelands of more than 60 Tribal nations. It follows the historic outbound and inbound routes of the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1803-1806 from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the Pacific Ocean. Follow the trail to find the people, places, and stories that make up the complex legacy of the expedition.
Weather
In winter, watch for ice on trails and sidewalks. In summer, make sure to drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen on hot days. Keep in mind the Trail covers 16 states, use www.weather.gov to look up the specific area you plan to visit.