HASOTINO VILLAGE SITE Hasotino Village archeological site, once the largest village along the Snake River, was occupied until the end of the 19th century. The site is on a broad, sloping plain overlooking the east bank of the Snake River, just upriver from its confluence with the Clearwater. It is adjacent to the developed part of Hell's Gate State Park. There is little visual evidence of the large village and eel fishery that was once here. The Nez Perce name for the site is Hesutiin (pronounced He-soo teen). A small display in the Hell's Gate State Park Visitor Center describes early occupation of the site.

MANAGEMENT ISSUES The National Park Service does not have any cooperative agreements with the Idaho State Parks or the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. There is a potential for vandalism or wear and tear from visitors to the state park. High voltage powerlines crossing the site detract somewhat from the scene.

ACTION PLAN A cooperative agreement will be developed with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Hell's Gate State Park to include strategies for preservation of the site and its cultural resources. An interpretive strategy will be developed that includes strong preservation messages.