Lower Elochoman Washington Map

About Lower Elochoman, Washington

Lower Elochoman is a locality in Wahkiakum County, Washington, United States. It is a small community with a population of 271. The population density is 60.1 people per km². Lower Elochoman is located at 46.2184°N, 123.3697°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98612.

Lower Elochoman lies cradled by the verdant slopes of the Pacific Northwest, a place where the air itself seems to carry the scent of damp earth and evergreen needles. It lies 21.4 miles west-north-west of Longview, WA (from Longview, WA: bearing 285°T), and is situated 9.5 miles south-east of Wahkiakum. The land here is a study in greens and browns, from the deep, shadowed forests that climb the hillsides to the softer hues of cleared fields. The Elochoman River, a vital artery, winds its way through the valley, its waters reflecting the ever-present, often dramatic, sky. Sunlight, when it breaks through the frequent cloud cover, can be a fleeting visitor, painting the moss-draped branches and the slick, dark bark of ancient trees with a luminous, ethereal glow. The terrain is a constant reminder of the region's geological past, with gentle rises and falls that hint at more formidable forces that shaped this corner of Washington. The history of Lower Elochoman is intrinsically tied to the bounty of its natural surroundings, particularly the timber industry that once dominated its economy. Sawmills, their rhythmic thrumming a distant memory now, were the heart of the valley, their output shipped downriver and out to sea. Though the logging camps have largely faded, the legacy remains in the weathered barns and the enduring connection many families have to the land. Today, a quieter prosperity is found in agriculture, with dairy farms and berry patches adding their own gentle patterns to the landscape. The river, ever present, continues to offer its gifts, supporting a modest fishing tradition that echoes the sustenance it has provided for generations. Life in Lower Elochoman moves at a pace dictated by the seasons and the steady flow of the water, a testament to a community that has learned to live in harmony with the wild, beautiful world around it.

About This Lower Elochoman Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lower Elochoman, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 46.2184, -123.3697. 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 Lower Elochoman and Wahkiakum County.

Detailed location data for Lower Elochoman includes the ZIP code (98612), telephone area code (360), county seat of Wahkiakum County (Cathlamet), and school district assignment (Wahkiakum 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 Lower Elochoman is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.