Facility · Washington ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Mt. Baker National Forest (NF) · Open Access
The White Chuck boat launch is located just downstream from the confluence of the White Chuck and Sauk Rivers. This site offers non-motorized boat access to the Middle Sauk River for rafting and kayaking on the Darrington District. This stretch of river known for its whitewater thrills is a favorite in the Skagit System. Rapids are class II-III, but rise to class IV during high flows. The typical rafting is from late May to early August. A short trail follows the river downstream to several viewpoints with interpretive signing. The launch is walk in only with no ramp and will put you in at river mile 31.8.
From the four way stop in Darrington,Washington travel south on the Mountain Loop Highway eight miles to the bridge over the Sauk River at mile 44.9. Cross the single lane bridge on FS Rd 22 and turn left. The White Chuck Boat Launch turn off will be the first left.
48.17406, -121.47293 · 48°10'26.6"N 121°28'22.5"W
Typically 79°F in Aug, down to 40°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 40 | 45 | 51 | 59 | 67 | 71 | 78 | 79 | 72 | 58 | 46 | 40 |
| Low °F | 30 | 31 | 34 | 38 | 44 | 50 | 53 | 54 | 47 | 40 | 35 | 30 |
| Precip in | 12.8 | 8.6 | 9.3 | 5.6 | 3.7 | 2.9 | 1.3 | 1.7 | 3.4 | 8.5 | 13.2 | 12.1 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.5 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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