Chehalis Tribe

The Chehalis Tribe is a Native American group located in western Washington State, primarily along the Chehalis River. They are part of the larger Coast Salish people and have a long history of fishing, hunting, and gathering in their homeland. Today, the tribe operates the Chehalis Tribe of Washington, maintaining cultural traditions and managing resources like land and gaming enterprises. They work to preserve their language, history, and sovereignty while contributing to local communities through economic development and cultural programs.