Metaline Falls Washington Map

About Metaline Falls, Washington

Metaline Falls is a locality in Pend Oreille County, Washington, United States. It is a small community with a population of 361. The population density is 447.5 people per km². Metaline Falls is located at 48.8638°N, 117.3725°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 99153.

Metaline Falls rests at the northernmost reaches of Pend Oreille County, a place where the sky often stretches in vast, unbroken swaths of cerulean, especially after the long, literate PNW gray gives way. It lies 29.7 miles north of Pend Oreille, WA (from Pend Oreille, WA: bearing 355°T), and is situated 32.7 miles northeast of Colville. The Pend Oreille River, a powerful artery of jade-colored water, rushes through this narrow valley, its current a constant hum beneath the imposing, forest-clad slopes that rise steeply on either side. The air itself feels scrubbed clean, carrying the scent of pine needles and damp earth, and in the late afternoon, the sunlight slants through the trees, painting the dense evergreen woods with a warm, golden hue. The landscape here is a study in rugged, untamed beauty, with sheer rock faces hinting at the geological forces that shaped this corner of Washington, and the river carving its relentless path towards the broader expanse of the Columbia. The history of Metaline Falls is inextricably bound to the bounty of the earth and the relentless pursuit of resources. Once a hub for mining operations, particularly lead and zinc, the echoes of those industrious days can still be felt in the sturdy, weathered buildings that line the town's main street. The local economy, though no longer dominated by the deep shafts of the past, still finds its pulse in the surrounding natural resources, with logging and outdoor recreation playing significant roles. The Pend Oreille River, a constant presence, not only dictates the geography but also offers opportunities for fishing and boating, drawing visitors who seek the quietude and robust character of this remote outpost. There's a distinct sense of self-reliance in Metaline Falls, a quiet pride in its working-class roots and the enduring spirit of its inhabitants, who have learned to live in concert with the powerful, beautiful, and often demanding landscape that defines their home.

About This Metaline Falls Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Metaline Falls, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 48.863809, -117.372467. 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 Metaline Falls and Pend Oreille County.

Detailed location data for Metaline Falls includes the ZIP code (99153), telephone area code (509), county seat of Pend Oreille County (Newport), and school district assignment (Selkirk 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 Metaline Falls is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.