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Minidoka National Historic Site

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Minidoka National Historic Site preserves the former Minidoka War Relocation Center and educates visitors about the over 13,000 Japanese Americans who were held there from 1942 to 1945. Despite the hardships of the Idaho desert, they salvaged their lives as best they could by forming schools, community organizations, and small businesses.

Visitors are invited to walk the 1.6 mile trail and see the historic structures that remain. Twenty-five outdoor exhibit panels provide insight into camp life and the impact here in Idaho.

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Minidoka National Historic Site
Exhibits inside the visitor center at Minidoka National Historic Site.
Visitor Center exhibits at Minidoka National Historic Site, near Jerome. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.
A historic building at Minidoka National Historic Site.
Minidoka National Historic Site, near Jerome. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.
Close-up of a sign containing historical information in front of a building and picnic tables at Minidoka National Historic Site.
Minidoka National Historic Site, Jerome. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.
Signage marking the entrance of Minidoka National Historic Site, in front of a historic watchtower.
Minidoka National Historic Site, near Jerome. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.
Historic buildings found at the Minidoka Historic Site in the fall.
Minidoka National Historic Site, near Jerome. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.
Exhibits inside the visitor center at Minidoka National Historic Site.
Visitor Center exhibits at Minidoka National Historic Site, near Jerome. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

Things to Know

  • Check the National Park Service website for hours of operation and other visitor information.
  • The visitor center is open to the public only during the summer on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sunday. Trails are open year-round.
  • Wear sturdy footwear and bring water. There is little to no shade at the site.
  • The site is located on a county road and may not be well maintained during winter weather. Check road conditions before traveling.
  • There is no fee to enter the Historic Site.
  • Pets are not permitted on the walking trails or inside the visitor center. Pets should never be left unattended in vehicles.
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