Marblemount, Washington facts for kids
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Marblemount, Washington
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Location of Marblemount, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Skagit |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km2) |
| • Land | 2.4 sq mi (6.1 km2) |
| • Water | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km2) |
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 286 |
| • Density | 114.4/sq mi (44.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
98267
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| Area code | 360 |
| FIPS code | 53-43325 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1522717 |
Marblemount is a small community in Skagit County, Washington, United States. It is known as a CDP, which means it's an area identified by the census bureau for statistical purposes. In 2020, about 286 people lived there. Marblemount is part of the larger Mount Vernon–Anacortes area.
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Marblemount's History
Long ago, in 1858, a naturalist named George Gibbs explored the area. At that time, Marblemount was home to an Native American village.
In the 1870s, a new community started to grow. People from Europe and America settled here. They provided supplies for miners working along the Skagit River and Cascade River. A road was built in 1892, connecting Marblemount to a place called Sauk. This made it easier to travel and move goods.
Where is Marblemount?
Marblemount is located where the Cascade River meets the Skagit River. This meeting point of two rivers is called a confluence.
The community is surrounded by beautiful mountains. To the east, you can see Lookout Mountain. To the northwest, there are the Helen Buttes.
The total area of Marblemount is about 2.5 square miles (6.4 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 2.4 square miles (6.1 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.1 square miles (0.3 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Marblemount?
In 2020, the population of Marblemount was 286 people. This means there were about 106 people living in each square mile.
In 2000, there were 251 people living in Marblemount. About 31% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 10% were 65 years old or older. The average age in Marblemount was 37 years.
Exploring Marblemount and Beyond
Marblemount is located on Washington State Route 20, also known as the North Cascades Highway. This road is very popular, especially for people who enjoy motorcycle touring. Many people consider it one of the best roads in Washington State for its amazing scenery and remote feeling.
If you are traveling east on the North Cascades Highway, Marblemount is the last place to find services like gas or food. The next town with services, Winthrop, is about 70 miles (113 kilometers) away.
Images for kids
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The Marblemount Community Club building.
See also
In Spanish: Marblemount (Washington) para niños
