Asotin County

Asotin County is a county in southeastern Washington where three states meet, with Oregon and Idaho forming natural borders nearby. The area centers on farmland and includes the towns of Asotin and Clarkston connected by rural roads and the Snake River.

This county was established in 1883 when it separated from Garfield County, with its government based in the town of Asotin. This split allowed the region to develop its own local administration and governance structure.

The name comes from the Nez Perce language and means eagle creek, reflecting the Native American heritage rooted in this region. Local communities have long connected with this place through its indigenous origins.

The region relies on a network of rural roads connecting farms and small towns, making a vehicle necessary for most travel. Visitors should expect a quiet, agricultural landscape where services are spread out and planning ahead is helpful.

The Snake River marks the eastern boundary and provides water resources that support farming throughout the region. This river has shaped both the land itself and how people have built their economy here.

Location: Washington

Inception: 1883

Capital city: Asotin

Shares border with: Whitman County, Nez Perce County, Wallowa County, Garfield County

Website: http://co.asotin.wa.us

GPS coordinates: 46.18000,-117.19000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08