Lyle Washington Map

About Lyle, Washington

Lyle is a locality in Klickitat County, Washington, United States. It is a small community with a population of 218. The population density is 175.5 people per km². Lyle is located at 45.6960°N, 121.2862°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98635.

Lyle rests in a quiet embrace of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, where the Klickitat River carves a sinuous path, its waters reflecting the broad, open sky. It lies 36.9 miles east of Skamania, WA (from Skamania, WA: bearing 81°T), and is situated 8.7 miles northwest of The Dalles. The landscape here is a study in contrasts, a place where the earth rises in gentle, sun-baked slopes, transitioning from the arid expanses of Eastern Washington towards the wetter climes further west. The air carries the scent of dry grasses and distant pines, a clean, crisp perfume that speaks of wide-open spaces and the immense geological forces that shaped this land. Sunlight, when it breaks through the often-present high clouds, has a particular quality, a soft, diffused luminescence that seems to linger over the muted greens and ochres of the terrain. The history of Lyle is deeply intertwined with the Klickitat River, a vital artery for ancient peoples and later, for the pioneers who established homesteads along its banks. The local economy, once driven by agriculture that coaxed life from the dry earth, now sees a blend of farming, particularly fruit orchards that thrive in the region's climate, and a growing appreciation for the natural beauty that draws visitors. Lyle exists within the protective boundary of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, a designation that underscores its commitment to preserving the wild character of its surroundings. This is a place where the echoes of past endeavors mingle with the present, a quiet corner of Washington that holds its own distinct story.

About This Lyle Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lyle, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.695954, -121.286183. 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 Lyle and Klickitat County.

Detailed location data for Lyle includes the ZIP code (98635), telephone area code (360), county seat of Klickitat County (Goldendale), and school district assignment (Lyle School District). 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 Lyle is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.