🎶 The Venue
The Gorge Amphitheatre sits on the breathtaking banks of the Columbia River near George, Washington—just a 2–3 hour scenic drive from Seattle. Known affectionately as “The Gorge in George,” the venue accommodates up to 27,500 guests and regularly receives accolades as one of America’s Best Outdoor Concert Venues—nine-time winner of Pollstar awards—and is consistently highly rated by ConcertBoom.
🏜️ Why It’s Special
Set against the rugged cliffs and ever‑flowing Columbia River, the Gorge offers epic views that elevate every concert experience. Fans and performers alike often call it one of the most beautiful venues they’ve ever played. Its clean desert-skied summers almost guarantee great concert weather and unobstructed panoramas.
🎤 Historic Shows & Festivals
Podium to some of the most iconic live acts in music—Dave Matthews Band’s annual Labor Day weekend residency, Pearl Jam’s legendary ’93 and ’05/’06 performances, Joni Mitchell’s long-awaited return in 2023, and major festivals like Sasquatch!, Watershed (country), Paradiso, Bass Canyon, and Beyond Wonderland
🌄 Activities Beyond Concerts
Extend your stay with regional charm: wine tasting at estate vineyards (some within walking distance of rentals), hiking in Badland terrain, visits to Grand Coulee Dam, Lavender farm tours, or kayaking on Banks Lake and Collateral waterways.
🚗 Getting There & Logistics
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Address: 754 Silica Rd NW, George, WA 98848—about 9 miles west of downtown George and ~10 miles northeast of Quincy.
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Driving: Roughly 150 miles from Seattle or 130 miles from Spokane. No public transit; some concerts may offer third-party shuttle buses
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Parking: Opens ~2 hours before gates; holders of campground tickets often enjoy included day‑parking. Multiple gated areas handle RVs, tents, accessible, and day‑use parking
🌟 Why Guests Love Staying with Us
By choosing one of our vacation rentals nearby, guests enjoy:
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Short commute to The Gorge—no late-night drives through desert stretch.
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Private comfort: more space, hot tubs, views—and often the same price as a hotel
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Local convenience: grocery runs, quick drive-ups to show gates, extra rooms for relaxing before and after events.
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Avoid rushing: arrive early, park, use grills, lounge on decks—fully in charge of your concert rhythm.
GORGEcation – Pause and Re-Wine!.