Homestead Trail Realignment Project

Homestead National Monument of America is proposing to modify its trail system. The purpose of the proposed project is to enhance the park's cultural landscape by: realigning the walking trail within what is believed to be the historic corridor of the old freight road across the Freeman Family Homestead; emphasizing the role of this road in the life of the Freeman Family as they developed their Homestead Claim; and providing additional educational, informational, and recreational opportunities for park visitors as it relates to the old freight road.

The project will modify the trail system by rerouting three short sections of the trail and adding an interpretive patio just off of the trail that will have seating and interpretive panels.

The project will improve interpretation of the period and enhance the visitor experience. The realignment will direct visitors through a historic corridor so they literally walk in the footsteps of the homesteaders. By allowing visitors to literally walk in the footsteps of homesteaders they will better understand the role that a good transportation route played in homesteaders' lives and open new areas of the monument to visitors so they can better understand the cultural significance of the features of the monument.

Contact Information

To discuss this project or other projects at Homestead National Monument of America please Contact:

Mark Engler, Superintendent
8523 West State Hwy 4
Beatrice NE 68310

mark_engler@nps.gov

Phone: 402-223-3514