Vashon Washington Map
Vashon, 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 Vashon, King County.
Interactive Map of Vashon, Washington
| City | Vashon |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 47.44732 |
| Longitude | -122.45985 |
| Population | 9,934 |
| Density | 108.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Vashon, Washington
Vashon is a locality in King County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,934. The population density is 108.9 people per km². Vashon is located at 47.4473°N, 122.4599°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98070.
Vashon is an island jewel set in the Puget Sound, a place where evergreen forests press close to the water's edge and the air carries the sharp, clean scent of pine and salt. It lies 5.5 miles west-south-west of Burien, WA (from Burien, WA: bearing 253°T), and is situated 7.1 miles west-north-west of Des Moines. Rolling hills, softened by eons of glacial sculpting, unfurl across the landscape, their slopes often cloaked in a mist that lends an ethereal glow to the late afternoon. The coastline, a patchwork of driftwood-strewn beaches and rocky coves, invites quiet contemplation, the rhythmic sigh of the waves a constant, soothing presence. Sunlight, when it breaks through the frequent Pacific Northwest clouds, paints the dense woods in shifting patterns of emerald and gold, illuminating moss-laden branches and the silent, watchful gaze of ancient cedars. The island’s terrain is a testament to its wild origins, a place where nature's hand is still very much in evidence, guiding the flow of streams and shaping the very character of the land. The history of Vashon is deeply intertwined with its isolation and its bounty, a narrative shaped by indigenous peoples, early logging enterprises, and a subsequent influx of artists and independent thinkers drawn to its unique charm. For decades, the island’s economy was largely agrarian, with farms producing berries, apples, and dairy, a legacy that still echoes in roadside stands and the occasional preserved orchard. Today, while still retaining a strong connection to its agricultural roots, Vashon has cultivated a vibrant cultural scene, its small villages buzzing with independent bookstores, artisan studios, and a palpable sense of creative energy. The ferry, a lifeline to the mainland, dictates a particular cadence to island life, a gentle ebb and flow that fosters a deep sense of community and a profound appreciation for the quietude that Vashon so generously offers.
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About This Vashon Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Vashon, 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 Vashon and King County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Vashon 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 Vashon 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. |
