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About Winlock, Washington

Winlock is a locality in Lewis County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,140. The population density is 222.8 people per km². Winlock is located at 46.4912°N, 122.9379°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98596.

Winlock rests in a valley carved by the gentle hand of the Cowlitz River, a place where the evergreen breath of the western Cascades begins to thin, giving way to a landscape that hints at the drier eastern reaches. It lies 5.1 miles west-northwest of Cowlitz, WA (from Cowlitz, WA: bearing 296°T), and is situated 5.9 miles south-southwest of Napavine. The land here is a soft quilt of cultivated fields and scattered woodlands, the air carrying the damp, earthy perfume of Douglas fir and cedar, especially after a soft, persistent rain. Sunlight, when it breaks through the often-present gray sky, has a diffused, almost pearlescent quality, illuminating the rich, dark soil that promises abundance. The surrounding hills, cloaked in deep green, rise and fall with a quiet dignity, their slopes occasionally broken by the silver glint of a meandering creek or the darker shadow of a dense forest stand. The history of Winlock is deeply intertwined with the bounty of its fertile land and the industrious spirit of its early settlers, many of whom arrived in the late 19th century, drawn by the promise of timber and agriculture. The town’s economy, once heavily reliant on logging and the railroad that spurred its growth, has since diversified, with a strong agricultural base that continues to anchor its identity, particularly known for its dairy farms and berry production. Travelers often pause in Winlock, not for grand pronouncements, but for the simple, honest rhythm of a place that remembers its roots. The enduring image of Winlock is one of quiet perseverance, a community that has weathered economic shifts with a steadfast connection to the land and a neighborly warmth that feels as genuine as the fertile soil underfoot.

About This Winlock Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Winlock, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 46.491218, -122.937898. 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 Winlock and Lewis County.

Detailed location data for Winlock includes the ZIP code (98596), telephone area code (425), county seat of Lewis County (Chehalis), and school district assignment (Winlock 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 Winlock is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.