South Wenatchee Washington Map
South Wenatchee, Washington — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of South Wenatchee, Chelan County.
Interactive Map of South Wenatchee, Washington
| City | South Wenatchee |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Chelan |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 47.3885 |
| Longitude | -120.2829 |
| Population | 1,226 |
| Density | 360.6 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About South Wenatchee, Washington
South Wenatchee is a locality in Chelan County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,226. The population density is 360.6 people per km². South Wenatchee is located at 47.3885°N, 120.2829°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98801.
South Wenatchee lies at the confluence of powerful forces, where the arid steppe meets the fertile valley floor. It lies 2.7 miles south-south-east of Wenatchee, WA (from Wenatchee, WA: bearing 152°T), and is situated 1.9 miles south-south-east of East Wenatchee. The land here is a study in contrasts: sun-baked hills, their flanks etched by ancient watercourses, give way to surprisingly lush expanses where irrigation canals, glittering ribbons in the high desert sun, bring life. Cottonwood trees, their leaves a vibrant green against the pale blue sky, line the banks of the Columbia River, its immense presence a constant, murmuring force. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a dry, clean scent, tinged with the faint sweetness of ripening fruit, a subtle perfume that speaks of abundance wrested from a challenging environment. The history of South Wenatchee is inextricably linked to the mighty Columbia and the agricultural dreams it made possible. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of fertile land and the sheer power of the river, began to transform this rugged landscape into an orchard Eden, a legacy that persists today as the region remains a heartland of apple and cherry production. The echoes of that pioneering spirit can still be felt, a resilience woven into the very character of South Wenatchee. Beyond the orchards, the local economy has diversified, embracing a blend of agriculture, commerce, and the growing influence of tourism, drawn by the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of the surrounding mountains and waterways. This blend creates a distinct rhythm, a town that honors its roots while looking forward, its days marked by the steady hum of activity rather than the frantic rush of larger cities.
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About This South Wenatchee Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of South Wenatchee, Washington with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 South Wenatchee and Chelan County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for South Wenatchee is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct South Wenatchee is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
