Tri-Cities & Southeast Washington
Clarkston, Washington
City
Snake River town at the mouth of Hells Canyon
Clarkston sits where the Snake and Clearwater rivers meet, the launching point for Hells Canyon jet boat tours and a regional agricultural center.
History & Local Character
Originally called Jawbone Flats and renamed for William Clark in 1900, the city grew on river shipping and rail.
Housing & Real Estate
Older town homes, hillside neighborhoods and new subdivisions.
Restaurants & Shopping
Bridge Street holds diners, a brewery and family restaurants near the river.
Schools & Education
Clarkston School District serves the city.
Parks & Recreation
Chief Timothy Park, Hells Gate State Park and the Snake River trail serve residents and boaters.
Transportation & Accessibility
US 12 crosses into Lewiston, Idaho; Hells Canyon and the Snake River are accessible by boat.
Local Businesses
Jet boat tour operators, farm suppliers, restaurants and river shipping businesses.
No businesses are listed in Clarkston yet. Add your business to be the first.
Nearby Attractions
- Hells Canyon
- Snake River
- Hells Gate State Park
- Lewiston, Idaho
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- River recreation and jet boat tours
- Affordable housing
- Mild winters compared with Spokane
Considerations
- Limited job market
- Very hot summers
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do Hells Canyon jet boat tours leave from?
Jet boat tours into Hells Canyon depart from Clarkston and nearby Lewiston, Idaho, on the Snake River.