Douglas County

Douglas County is an administrative division in central Washington State covering extensive wheat farmland and river valleys. The landscape is dominated by agricultural areas shaped by water systems and rolling terrain.

The county was established in 1883 and named after Stephen A. Douglas, a prominent U.S. Senator from Illinois. Development followed the river routes that connected settlements and enabled early trade.

Farming runs deep in this area, with families working the same land for many generations growing wheat. This agricultural way of life shapes how the landscape looks and how people here spend their time.

The river forms natural boundaries on three sides, affecting how different areas are accessed. Most services and towns are spread across the agricultural landscape, so planning your route ahead helps navigate the county.

The Columbia River shapes three sides of the territory, creating natural borders that define the land. This waterway was crucial to early settlement and trade before roads connected the region.

GPS coordinates: 47.76527,-119.60754

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:24