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About Clallam, Washington

Clallam is a locality in Clallam County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 75,000. The population density is 22.0 people per km². Clallam is located at 48.1134°N, 123.7986°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98362.

Clallam defines the rugged character of the northern peninsula, where the persistent moisture of the Pacific air feeds a landscape of deep greens and shadowed ravines. It lies 17.0 miles west of Port Angeles, WA (from Port Angeles, WA: bearing 269°T), and is situated 19.8 miles west of Port Angeles East. Field Creek carves a narrow, vital path through the terrain, its waters moving with a quiet, persistent energy toward the nearby coast. While the horizon is dominated by the distant, jagged silhouettes of the Olympic Mountains, the immediate surroundings remain governed by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (WADNR) State Resource Management Area. The air here holds a distinct, briny weight, a reminder that the deep waters of Puget Sound wait only a short distance away, shaping the weather and the mood of the land. Founding narratives in Clallam are tied to the slow, deliberate work of those who arrived to carve a life from the dense, ancient timberlands. Early pioneers navigated the complex topography by following the natural lines of the watersheds, establishing homesteads that respected the formidable demands of the Pacific Northwest environment. The history of Clallam is less a loud declaration and more a series of quiet adaptations, where the structures of the past remain visible in the weathered wood and the deliberate placement of roads. Each generation has added its own layer to the settlement, maintaining a continuity that respects the original labor required to sustain a presence in such a wild, unyielding corner of the country. Economic activity in Clallam centers on the disciplined management of natural resources, reflecting a long-standing commitment to the land and the industries that sustain it. Infrastructure is designed to support the flow of goods and people through the landscape, linking the local workforce to the wider regional markets that rely on the timber and stewardship provided by the Pacific Ranger District. While the pace of commerce is steady, there is a clear emphasis on vocational skill and the practical application of knowledge, with local residents often seeking higher education opportunities that bridge the gap between technical expertise and regional economic needs. Clallam operates with a pragmatic efficiency, prioritizing the maintenance of essential services that ensure the community remains functional despite the challenges of its remote, forested setting. Cultural life in Clallam is defined by an intimate relationship with the natural world, where leisure often means traversing the Pyramid Mountain Trail or witnessing the seasonal rush of Marymere Falls. Residents find a particular resonance in the stillness of Lake Crescent, a place that captures the reflective, gray light of the season with a mirror-like clarity. While the influence of professional and college sports from the wider region provides a common language for weekend gatherings, the heart of the social calendar remains fixed on localized festivals that celebrate the harvest and the changing tides. The character of Clallam is found in the patience of its people, who recognize that the beauty of their home is not a static ornament but a living, breathing entity that demands respect and a quiet, observant eye.

About This Clallam Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Clallam, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 48.113412, -123.7986. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Clallam and Clallam County.

Detailed location data for Clallam includes the ZIP code (98363), telephone area code (425), county seat of Clallam County (Port Angeles), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Clallam is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.