Darrington, Washington · Skagit County · Facility
The Lower Sauk boat launch is available for motorized and non-motorized boats on the Darrington District to access fishing areas on the Lower Sauk and Skagit Rivers. There is also a picnic area with a shelter. The launch is will put you in at river mile 12.3.Rafting guides
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The Lower Sauk boat launch is available for motorized and non-motorized boats on the Darrington District to access fishing areas on the Lower Sauk and Skagit Rivers. There is also a picnic area with a shelter. The launch is will put you in at river mile 12.3.Rafting guides
Drive east on Highway 20 to Rockport, Washington and State Route 530. Drive south toward Darrington for 11.5 miles on SR 530. Cross the Sauk River Bridge and turn right for the parking at the Lower Sauk Boat Launch. Coming from the south: drive north on State Route 530 from Darrington for 7.5 miles. Turn left at the sign for the Lower Sauk Boat Ramp.
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