This is a national historic landmark and sacred site dedicated toTiwiteq'is, Old Chief Joseph. He is referred to as Old Joseph to distinguish him from his son, Chief Joseph (Hinmatooyalahtqit.) As a young man, Tuekakas converted to Christianity. Old Joseph signed the treaty of 1855, which set aside 7 million acres for the Nez Perce Reservation. Eight years later, he refused to sign a new treaty that relinquished more than 6 million acres.

Adjacent to this site you can visit the Iwetemlaykin (at the edge of the lake) State Heritage Site and hike a short trail. Interpretive signs provide more information on Old Chief Josept and the Nez Perce National Historic Trail.

This is where I live and there is where I want to leave my body.

- Tiwiteq'is (leading the warriors) - Old Joseph

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NPNHT Auto Tour Route 1