Facility · Washington ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Mt. Baker National Forest (NF) · Open Access
Linking Darrington with Granite Falls is the Mountain Loop National Scenic Byway, which was first pioneered in 1891 by miners` dreams. Later developed as a road by loggers and members of the CCC, this road was designated a Scenic Byway in 1991. Today`s roadway passes 55 miles through boom-and-bust town sites and abandoned claims, as well as rushing rivers and glacier-clad peaks. Although the tracks are gone and the daily whistle silenced, today`s traveler can still see remnants of times gone by.
Discover the Verlot Public Service Center, near the South Fork Stillaguamish River. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps from 1933 to 1942, Verlot`s handsome buildings reflect the architectural style and fine craftsmanship of that era and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Operating seasonally, the center`s employees will help you plan an outing.
With snow lingering at Barlow Pass through late spring, driving the entire loop is usually limited to late spring through the fall. The road is paved from Verlot to Barlow Pass and from Darrington to the junction with the White Chuck River Road. The middle portion (14 miles) is a single-lane gravel road.
48.02596, -121.44352 · 48°1'33.4"N 121°26'36.7"W
Typically 78°F in Aug, down to 47°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 47 | 51 | 55 | 60 | 67 | 71 | 78 | 78 | 73 | 62 | 52 | 47 |
| Low °F | 34 | 34 | 36 | 39 | 44 | 49 | 52 | 51 | 47 | 42 | 37 | 34 |
| Precip in | 8.9 | 5.9 | 6.8 | 5.9 | 5.0 | 3.8 | 1.5 | 1.7 | 3.5 | 7.1 | 9.8 | 8.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 16.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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