Sauk

2 - Whitechuck River to Darrington

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January 1, 2026

Wood Report (Whirlpool Rapid)

ReporterSam Westover
Gauge Reading3500 cfs at SAUK RIVER NEAR SAUK, WA

As reported by Candice Larson:

Whirlpool rapid has a river-wide log midway down the rapid. The log is located on the river left side and pretty much blocks the whole channel.

This is new, and right next to the old log that’s been there for years. It’s stuck up against rock and not going anywhere anytime soon. It’s buried within the huge log pile.

We ran the left channel. At higher flows, possible to stay further right in main channel.

Wood Report (Whirlpool Rapid) – Sauk – 2 - Whitechuck River to Darrington | American Whitewater