Underwood Washington Map

About Underwood, Washington

Underwood is a locality in Skamania County, Washington, United States. It is a small community with a population of 480. The population density is 22.0 people per km². Underwood is located at 45.7296°N, 121.5262°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98651.

Underwood rests in a landscape shaped by the powerful currents of the White Salmon River, its waters a deep, murmuring presence that carves its way through the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. It lies 26.1 miles east-northeast of Skamania, WA (from Skamania, WA: bearing 73°T), and is situated 1.7 miles north of Hood River. The terrain here is a study in the dynamic forces of nature, with slopes that ascend from the river's edge, often cloaked in dense evergreen forests that climb towards the sky. Patches of open land, perhaps once cleared for agriculture or settlement, now offer wider perspectives, allowing the eye to trace the contours of the land and the ever-present reach of the gorge. The air itself carries a damp, earthy scent, a constant reminder of the abundant rainfall and the verdant life it sustains, while the quality of light, particularly as it filters through the tall trees or spills across the valley floor, lends a certain hushed reverence to the surroundings. The history of Underwood is intrinsically tied to the fertile lands bordering the White Salmon River and its position within the expansive Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. For generations, the valley has been a place of sustenance, supporting agricultural endeavors that have adapted to the unique microclimate. While not a bustling metropolis, Underwood possesses a distinct character, a quiet strength born from its geographical isolation and the enduring spirit of its inhabitants. The proximity to Lake Bonneville, a vast, ancient testament to geological forces, further anchors Underwood within a narrative of natural history, while the distant, often cloud-shrouded peaks of the Cascade Range serve as a majestic backdrop, hinting at the broader wildness that defines this corner of Washington.

About This Underwood Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Underwood, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.729564, -121.526184. 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 Underwood and Skamania County.

Detailed location data for Underwood includes the ZIP code (98651), telephone area code (360), county seat of Skamania County (Stevenson), 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 Underwood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.