PORT ANGELES — Sol Duc Hot Springs in Olympic National Park recently opened for its 100th year of operation.
The resort, located south of U.S. Highway 101 about 40 miles west of Port Angeles, will commemorate the milestone with promotions and a special event.
“Sol Duc Hot Springs has been the Northwest’s premier natural hot spring destination for the past century,” said Amanda Lovelady, district manager for Aramark Parks and Destinations, Olympic Peninsula.
“The resort is deeply tied to the history of this area, and we hope to share that story with locals and our visitors.”
A 100th anniversary celebration is planned at the hot springs May 5-6.
The event will be hosted by Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort, the National Park Service and the Clallam County Historical Society.
Celebration events include food, entertainment and a special look at the history of the hot springs.
An original Stanley Steamer Mountain Wagon on which early visitors rode the last part of their two-day journey from Seattle to visit the hot springs will be featured during the celebration.
The resort features three mineral hot spring soaking pools and one freshwater pool, with temperatures ranging from 85 to 105 degrees.
For special 100th anniversary rates and more information, visit www.olympicnationalparks.com.
