Old Mission State Park
31732 South Mission Road, Cataldo, ID 83810
Hours open
Monday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Photos
Location & Phone number
About the Business
Old Mission State Park, located at 31732 South Mission Road in Cataldo, Idaho, is a historic park and tourist attraction showcasing the oldest building in Idaho, the Mission of the Sacred Heart. Constructed between 1850 and 1853 by Catholic missionaries and members of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe, this site offers a unique educational experience highlighting the interactions between Jesuit missionaries and the tribal people. The park features the Sacred Heart Mission church, a restored Parish House, and a historic cemetery.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Old Mission State Park also houses a visitor center with a gift shop and an award-winning exhibition titled “Sacred Encounters: Father De Smet & the Indians of the Rocky Mountain West.” Visitors can learn about the fascinating history of the Mission, the Tribe, and the missionaries.
Situated near the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes, a popular biking trail, the park is a great place to explore Idaho history and architecture. Additionally, the park is a picturesque location for weddings and receptions.
Please note that drone usage is not permitted in accordance with park regulations. Non-traditional recreational activities such as model airplane and glider operations, geo-caching, gold panning, and metal detecting may be authorized by the park manager if they do not interfere with traditional park uses.
For more information, contact Old Mission State Park at (208) 682-3814. Winter hours starting in November 2023 are from 10AM to 3PM, and the park is closed on major holidays.
Reviews
"Outstanding history lesson! We arrived at open and the attendant was so welcoming. We watched their informational video and then took a walk up to the mission and parish. Absolutely beautiful! Stunning piece of history. Even our 6yr old could appreciate it. Thank you for keeping this place open and preserved."
"A special place in the history of the U.S., Idaho, and specifically the Coeur D'Alene people. The story told in the theater at the visitor's center is worth learning and the church itself is still inspiring!"
"This is a wonderful place to stop and have a quiet picnic. Good signage about the mission and the other buildings that were there. There's also a nice hiking trail. Down below the Visitor Center are small upright BBQs, you have to walk to them but it is paved for handicap access. It is not dog-friendly per se, but if you keep your dog on it's leash and clean up after it you'll be able to have your companion with you. The Mission is quite small and still has the feeling of a church. The grounds are relaxing with lots of large trees keeping it cool in the Summer. It provided me a place just to recharge from being on the hwy with Holiday Longweekend drivers. The Visitor Center has very nice gifts and postcards for a very reasonable amount."
"The trip was amazing, all the history the art, the stories. I can see why the people liked it so much its so peaceful it's like seeing grace. There is a lot of history out there the staff are great. Makes you think about the old ways."
"I highly recommend stopping here if you have an hour or two. There is an awesome, modern visitors center with a multi thousand square foot exhibit on the history of the site. Then you can go check out the inside of the old mission building and several other historic buildings. There is a lot of room to walk around and potentially have a picnic. Overall, it is a very calm place with a lot of history and nature to enjoy."
People Also Viewed
-
Tamarack Resort311 Village Dr, Tamarack, ID 83615, United States
-
Priest River Ace Hardware5499 US-2, Priest River, ID 83856, United States
-
Squeeze inn220 4th Ave, Clark Fork, ID 83811, United States
-
Sprag Pole Restaurant & Inn6343 Prichard Creek Rd, Wallace, ID 83873, United States
-
Sierra Silver Mine Tour, Inc.509 Cedar St, Wallace, ID 83873, United States
-
Hammer Down River Excursions280 River St, White Bird, ID 83554, United States
-
Bruneau One Stop45251 ID-51, Bruneau, ID 83604, United States
-
All Rivers Shuttle Services220 Cooper St, White Bird, ID 83554, United States
-
GVI Corporation of Washington616 E Mullan Ave, Osburn, ID 83849, United States
-
HUB International501 King St, Cottonwood, ID 83522, United States
-
Southfork River Guest Ranch3341 ID-13, Stites, ID 83552, United States
-
The Historic Northern Hotel220 Bayview Dr, Coolin, ID 83821, United States
-
Hauser Lake Boat Launch10700-10798 N Fay Pl, Hauser, ID 83854, United States
-
Animal Party Rabbitry50575 N Old Hwy 95, Twin Lakes, ID 83858, United States
-
Farragut Wildlife Mgt. AssociationXF83+6C, Bayview, ID 83801, United States
-
Red Horse Mountain Ranch11077 E Blue Lake Rd, Harrison, ID 83833, United States
-
Crystal Gold Mine & RV Park51931 Silver Valley Rd, Kellogg, ID 83837, United States
-
Praeder Ranch Resort30400 S Sunray Trail, Worley, ID 83876, United States
-
Dog Bark Park2421 Business Loop 95, Cottonwood, ID 83522, United States
-
Winchester Lake House Vacation Rental306 Nezperce Ave, Winchester, ID 83555, United States
-
Salmon River Resort3252 Water Front Dr, White Bird, ID 83554, United States
People also searched for
- Architectural Monuments
- Excursions
- Famous Historical Buildings
- Travel Agency
- Best State Park For Families
- Family-Friendly State Park
- Historical State Park
- Old Mission State Park
- Scenic State Park
- State Park Activities
- State Park Adventure
- State Park Bird Watching
- State Park Camping
- State Park Cultural Events
- State Park Education
- State Park Educational Programs
- State Park Events
- State Park Exploration
- State Park Fishing
- State Park For Fishing
- State Park For Hikers
- State Park For History Lovers
- State Park For Kids
- State Park For Nature Enthusiasts
- State Park For Photographers
- State Park For Picnics
- State Park Hiking
- State Park Historical Tours
- State Park History
- State Park Nature
- State Park Outdoor Activities
- State Park Photography
- State Park Picnics
- State Park Recreation
- State Park Sightseeing
- State Park Tours
- State Park Trails
- State Park Travel Tips
- State Park Vacation Ideas
- State Park Visitor Guide
- State Park Weekend Getaway
- State Park Wildlife
- State Park Wildlife Observation
List of local businesses, places and services in Idaho
⭐ business help 🔍 services ☎ phones 🕒 opening times ✍️reviews 🌍 addresses, locations 📷 photos