At a number of park sites there are short trails that allow visitors to interact with the park's resources:

Spalding Site: There is a short trail that leads from the park's visitor center to the site's historic area. Exterior exhibits tell the story of an area that has seen continuous occupation for thousands of years. Restrooms and picnic tables are available.

Heart of the Monster: There is a short trail that provides a Nez Perce and English language interpretation of the story of Coyote's battle with a monster. Restrooms and picnic tables are available.

Canoe Camp: A short trail meanders through the site where the Lewis and Clark expedition built canoes in 1805. Restroom available.

Buffalo Eddy: A short trail leads visitors to the petrogylphs and pictographs. No facilities.

Whitebird Battlefield: Walk on the site of the first clash of the Nez Perce War of 1877. Round trip is approximately 1.5 miles. The battlefield can be very hot in the summer months. Please bring plenty of water. There are no facilities.

Big Hole National Battlefield: On August 9, the U.S. Army attacked the Nez Perce camp at Big Hole, resulting in heavy losses for the Nez Perce. They rallied and besieged the troops, allowing the Nez Perce families to escape. The battlefield has a series of trails. For more information, please visit the park's website. Restrooms and visitor center.

Bear Paw Battlefield. The last battle of the 1877 war occurred here. A one mile trail allows access to the battlefield. Vault toilets are available on the battlefield.