Astoria Welcomes Indigenous Peoples with Free Hot Springs Soaks
To celebrate Native American Heritage Month, Astoria Park Conservancy is introducing a new benefit through the Astoria Access Fund. This initiative offers free admission to the hot springs for all enrolled tribal members. Simply call or email in advance to reserve your spot for a relaxing soak and bring your tribal ID.
Astoria Park Conservancy respectfully acknowledges that our hot springs and park are located on the ancestral lands of the Shoshone-Bannock, Eastern Shoshone, and Cheyenne peoples. Indigenous communities have long inhabited this region, sustaining their traditions and way of life.
Historians suggest that Native Americans have gathered peacefully around hot springs for at least 12,000 years. We honor this significant heritage and are committed to preserving Astoria’s land with an understanding of its cultural importance and a deep respect for those connected to it.
“Astoria is excited to launch free admission to tribal members starting this month! We’re committed to amplifying Native voices, and removing barriers to access is a key step in that process,” said Events and Programs Director Carolyn Worth.
How to Make a Reservation for Tribal Members:
- • Call 307-201-5925 and make a free hot springs reservation
- • OR Email hotsprings@astoriapark.org to make the free reservation
- • Bring your tribal ID to show to the staff when checking in at the Welcome Center
- • Enjoy a soothing soak!
Important Details:
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• Native Americans –Tribal Members – Indigenous People with a valid Tribal membership card may have complimentary access to Astoria Hot Springs in perpetuity
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• There is no registration or annual renewal needed
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• There is no limit to how many times someone may visit the hot springs using their tribal ID
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• This program is strictly for complimentary hot springs access and does NOT receive the same benefits as an APC membership
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–No access to sold out sessions
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–No staying through sessions
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–No guest passes
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–No discounts
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• Complimentary access for a tribal member does NOT extend to guests who are not tribal members – it is an individual privilege for the card holder
- • Complimentary access is for Hot Springs soaking only and does not include APC programs or events
Screenshot with Astoria’s location marked is from Native Land Digital (an interactive map of Indigenous peoples around the world). Find it here: https://native-land.ca/
