Southwest Washington
Goldendale, Washington
City
Klickitat County seat and observatory town
Goldendale is the Klickitat County seat, a small town on the high plateau north of the Columbia with a dark-sky observatory and wind farms all around.
History & Local Character
Incorporated in 1878, Goldendale grew as a farm and ranch center on the plateau.
Housing & Real Estate
Older homes, small subdivisions and ranch property.
Restaurants & Shopping
A few cafes and restaurants serve downtown.
Schools & Education
Goldendale School District serves the city.
Parks & Recreation
The Goldendale Observatory, Brooks Memorial State Park and the Columbia River nearby provide recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
US 97 runs through Goldendale from the Columbia River north toward Yakima.
Local Businesses
Farm and ranch services, restaurants, wind energy contractors and tourism businesses.
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Nearby Attractions
- Goldendale Observatory
- Brooks Memorial State Park
- Maryhill Museum
- Mount Adams
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Very affordable housing
- Dark skies and observatory
- Access to Mount Adams
Considerations
- Limited jobs and services
- Windy plateau
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Goldendale Observatory?
Goldendale Observatory State Park operates one of the largest public telescopes in the country and runs public viewing programs in a designated dark-sky area.