2023 Map of Klickitat

About this map

The Klickitat River carves a deep path through this portion of south-central Washington, dictating the development of settlements like Klickitat and Pitt. The river valley is flanked by dramatic elevation changes, leading to distinctive plateaus and named landmarks such as The Plateau, Long Butte, and Fisher Hill. The modern landscape reflects a transition from historic resource extraction to recreation, evidenced by the Woodruff Mill sitting north of the river and the Klickitat State Park Trail following the waterway's winding course. Smaller community hubs like High Prairie and the Pleasant Hill Cem provide essential anchor points for local history. The map also reveals numerous canyons and swales, such as Skookum Canyon and Snyder Swale, which have historically funneled travel and water through this complex volcanic terrain.