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Satus Pass
Elevation 3,107 ft (947 m)
Traversed by U.S. Highway 97
Location Klickitat County, Washington, United States
Range Cascades
Coordinates 45°59′05″N 120°39′13″W / 45.98472°N 120.65361°W / 45.98472; -120.65361

Satus Pass is a special place in the Cascade Mountains in Washington state. It's like a natural gateway through the mountains. The pass is about 3,107 feet (947 meters) high.

This pass helps connect different areas. To the south, it links Goldendale and the Klickitat Valley. To the north, it connects to the Yakama Indian Reservation and the Yakima Valley.

You can travel through Satus Pass using U.S. Highway 97. This highway is an important road for people and goods.

Where is Satus Pass Located?

Satus Pass is found in Klickitat County, Washington. It's part of the larger Cascade Mountains. These mountains stretch across much of Washington.

To the west of Satus Pass, you'll find the Simcoe Mountains. To the east, there's Bickleton Ridge. This ridge is part of the Horse Heaven Hills. These nearby areas help define the landscape around the pass.

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