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Clarkston, WA

Clarkston is a city in Asotin County, Washington, United States. It is part of the Lewiston–Clarkston, ID-WA metropolitan area, and is located west of Lewiston, Idaho, across the Snake River.

Type CityMetro Area Population 7,161

Why go

  • City in Washington, United States.
  • Served by Beach Ranch Airport.

History

Clarkston is a city in Asotin County, Washington, United States. It is part of the Lewiston–Clarkston, ID-WA metropolitan area, and is located west of Lewiston, Idaho, across the Snake River. The population was 7,161 at the 2020 census, and was estimated at 7,138 in 2024. Clarkston's ZIP Code, 99403, is the highest numerically in the contiguous United States.

Where to stay

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700 Port Dr, Clarkston, WA 99403 · ihg.com
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1257 Bridge St, Clarkston, WA 99403 · rivertreeinn.net
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1560 Port Dr, Clarkston, WA 99403 · hellscanyon.net
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1224 Bridge St, Clarkston, WA 99403
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222 Bridge St, Clarkston, WA 99403 · motel6.com
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1200 Bridge St, Clarkston, WA 99403
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2015 Old N S Hwy, Lewiston, ID 83501
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Airports

Lewiston Nez Perce County Airport (LWS) 3.2 mi to the centre
Lewiston, ID, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 2 airlines (Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines) · direct flights to 4 destinations incl. Boise, Pullman, Salt Lake City, Seattle (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 4 direct destinations

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

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Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport (PUW) 23 mi to the centre
Pullman, WA, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 1 airline (Alaska Airlines) · direct flights to 2 destinations incl. Lewiston, Seattle (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 2 direct destinations

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

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Hawks Run Airport 15 mi to the centre
Asotin, WA, US
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Dye Seed Ranch Airport 20 mi to the centre
Pomeroy, WA, US
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Beach Ranch Airport; 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Clarkston, WA. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

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