Sauk - 4 - Darrington to Sauk River Park


Sauk, Washington, US

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4 - Darrington to Sauk River Park

Usual Difficulty II (for normal flows)
Length 14.6 Miles
Avg. Gradient 13 fpm
Max Gradient 13 fpm

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Photo of Eric and Roj by Joyce

Gauge Information

Name Range Difficulty Updated Level
SAUK RIVER NEAR SAUK, WA
usgs-12189500 2000 - 5000 cfs II 30h49m 8380 cfs (too high)


River Description

Class I and II sections through a braided channel. Rapids are formed by numerous gravel bars. Log jams can be a significant hazard for beginning boaters.

lat/long approximate by Tiger Mapsurfer


StreamTeam Status: Not Verified
Last Updated: 2009-05-01 02:56:52

Rapid Descriptions

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User Comments


2010-05-31 09:54:00 (1088 days ago)
David ElliottDetails
There are two dangerous spots on this run where you may be forced into logs. Both are within the
first mile below the mill. Take it slow through this section. Below this, the river seems to be
repairing itself and deepening channels.
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