Trail of Hope

Trail of Hope

Introduction

The Trail of Hope is an additional Pioneer Trail experience. Markers along Parley Street quote from pioneer journals and histories spanning several years from 1846 to 1869. As a group, they are a powerful statement of the faith of individuals to move forward along the Pioneer Trail and begin a new life in the Rocky Mountains.

Dirt road in Nauvoo
Trail of Hope in Nauvoo, Illinois
Trail of Hope marker
Dirt road in Nauvoo

What to Expect

The Trail of Hope is a self-guided experience. You are welcome to walk the path and read the interpretive markers. If you follow the Trail of Hope, you will end up at the Mississippi River, Pioneer Memorial, and Exodus to Greatness.

During the summer, actors help bring pioneer voices from the past to life in an evening performance.

Accessibility

Parking

  • There is parking available east of the Trail of Hope on Parley Street.
    • There is no designated accessible parking. However, the size of this parking lot will be able to accommodate visitors’ vehicles with accessibility needs if the lot is not full.
  • There is parking available north of the Trail of Hope on Parley Street.
    • There is no designated accessible parking. However, the size of this parking lot will be able to accommodate visitors’ vehicles with accessibility needs if the lot is not full.

Mobility Accessibility

Exterior

  • This is an outside experience without steps.

Terrain and Flooring

Exterior

  • Street: Asphalt (poor condition); level
  • Sidewalk: Wood chip path along the trail; level

Seating

  • None