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About White Salmon, Washington

White Salmon is a locality in Klickitat County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,548. The population density is 635.7 people per km². White Salmon is located at 45.7276°N, 121.4865°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98672.

White Salmon rests in a landscape sculpted by water and wind, a place where the colossal forces of nature have left their indelible mark. It lies 27.9 miles east-northeast of Skamania, WA (from Skamania, WA: bearing 74°T), and is situated 2.3 miles northeast of Hood River. The Jewett Creek, a ribbon of determined flow, carves its path through the terrain, its banks often softened by a lushness that speaks of the Pacific Northwest's generous rainfall, even this far inland. The land itself rises and falls in gentle undulations, a prelude to the more dramatic topography of the distant Cascade Range, a formidable wall to the east. Sunlight, when it breaks through the often-present Pacific gray, falls with a peculiar, almost liquid quality, illuminating the verdant slopes that cradle White Salmon. The air here carries a crispness, a scent of pine and damp earth, a constant reminder of the wilderness that presses in from all sides, a wildness that has been carefully preserved within the boundaries of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. The spirit of White Salmon is deeply entwined with its dramatic setting and the pioneering grit of its past. Originally settled by those drawn to the rich agricultural potential of the land and the abundant resources of the Columbia River, White Salmon has long been a hub for industries that harness the bounty of the region. While the echoes of early logging and farming still resonate, the local economy has evolved, now embracing a blend of outdoor recreation, innovative businesses, and a burgeoning appreciation for local produce, a testament to the fertile soil that surrounds it. The proximity to the Hood River Valley, just across the mighty Columbia, fosters a shared sense of place and a friendly rivalry, each side boasting its own unique character. Visitors and residents alike are drawn to the quiet persistence of this community, a place where the grandeur of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is not merely a backdrop, but an integral part of everyday life, a constant, majestic presence.

About This White Salmon Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of White Salmon, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.727619, -121.486462. 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 White Salmon and Klickitat County.

Detailed location data for White Salmon includes the ZIP code (98672), telephone area code (360), county seat of Klickitat County (Goldendale), and school district assignment (White Salmon Valley 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 White Salmon is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.