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Merritt, Washington
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Country | United States |
State | Washington |
County | Chelan |
Elevation | 2,192 ft (668 m) |
Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
ZIP code |
98826
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Area code(s) | 509 |
GNIS feature ID | 1523012 |
Merritt is a small, unincorporated community located in Chelan County, Washington, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Merritt is found along U.S. Route 2, nestled in a beautiful valley near Nason Creek. It's part of the vast Wenatchee National Forest.
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Where is Merritt Located?
Merritt is about 20 miles (32 kilometers) west of the charming town of Leavenworth. It's situated in the upper part of a valley, surrounded by impressive natural beauty. The community uses the ZIP code 98826.
Nature Around Merritt
The area around Merritt is very scenic. It is surrounded by steep slopes that rise to more than 8,000 feet (about 2,400 meters) in the Chiwaukum Mountains to the south. This makes the area a great place for outdoor activities. Merritt is also shown on the Lake Wenatchee U.S. Geological Survey Map, which helps people explore the local geography.