Manson Washington Map

About Manson, Washington

Manson is a locality in Chelan County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,462. The population density is 491.5 people per km². Manson is located at 47.8849°N, 120.1584°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98831.

Manson rests on the sun-drenched northern shores of Lake Chelan, a vast, glacially-carved expanse that slices through the arid heart of Washington State. It lies 19.6 miles north-northwest of Douglas, WA (from Douglas, WA: bearing 339°T), and is situated 7.2 miles west-northwest of Chelan. The landscape here is a study in contrasts: steep, ochre-colored hillsides, often dusted with the fine grit of volcanic ash, plunge dramatically toward the sapphire waters of the lake. Above, the sky stretches in an almost impossibly wide, clear dome, a canvas for the fierce, bright sun that ripens the abundant orchards. Even in the long, gray stretches of winter, a certain luminous quality persists, as if the memory of summer light is held captive in the very air. This is a land shaped by water and by the tenacious spirit of those who sought to cultivate it. Manson's story is deeply entwined with the cultivation of apples, a legacy that continues to define its economy, though the burgeoning wine industry, taking advantage of the unique microclimate, is rapidly gaining prominence. The lake itself, a vital artery for recreation and transport, whispers tales of early settlers and the arduous journey to establish a foothold in this often unforgiving, yet profoundly beautiful, corner of the Columbia Basin. The air, particularly in the late afternoon, carries the sweet, earthy perfume of ripe fruit, a constant reminder of the land's enduring generosity.

About This Manson Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Manson, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.884857, -120.158412. 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 Manson and Chelan County.

Detailed location data for Manson includes the ZIP code (98831), telephone area code (509), county seat of Chelan County (Wenatchee), and school district assignment (Manson 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 Manson is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.