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River
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County
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Reach
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Length (miles)
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Year Listed/ Updated
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Potential Classification
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ORVs
|
Description
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Other States
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American River
|
Yakima
|
Confluence with Rainier Fork to
confluence with Bumping River
|
16
|
1993
|
S
|
S
|
See initial comments
|
|
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American River
|
Yakima
|
Headwaters at American Lake to
confluence with Rainier Fork in SE 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.16 N.,
R.11 E.
|
6
|
1993
|
W
|
S
|
Originates in broad, glaciated
valley and flows through a narrow, winding canyon accentuated
by precipitous, andesite cliffs. Cascading rapids, riffles,
and white water.
|
|
|
Baker River
|
Whatcom
|
Headwaters in North Cascades National
Park near Perfect Pass in NE 1/4 of Sec. 28, T.39 N., R.11
E. to Blum Creek
|
11
|
1993
|
W
|
S, F, W
|
Excellent winter range for deer
and elk, along with bald and golden eagles. Sockeye, coho
and summer and fall chinook.
|
|
|
Baker River
|
Whatcom
|
Blum Creek to Baker Lake
|
2
|
1993
|
S
|
S, F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
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Baker River
|
Whatcom
|
Entire segment within North Cascades
National Park
|
10
|
1993
|
W
|
S, G, W
|
Provides views of Mt. Shuksan.
Fed from glaciers and perpetual snow fields. Potential habitat
for grizzly bear and gray wolf.
|
|
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Big Beaver Creek
|
Whatcom
|
Entire segment within North Cascades
National Park and Ross Lake National Recreation Area
|
13
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, G, W
|
Views of adjacent high country
including mountain peaks, forested slopes, and old growth
forests. Maintained trail for hiking. Diverse wildlife.
|
|
|
Bogachiel River and North Fork
|
Clallam, Jefferson
|
The entire mainstem and North Fork
from source to confluence with Soleduck River (Mainstem
44 river miles, North Fork 7 river miles)
|
51
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F, W
|
A major river on the Olympic Peninsula.
The upper portion is a pristine mountain river on unroaded
national park land, with steep gradients, cascades, falls,
and rapids. The lower river is slower, wider and meanders
through coastal forest with scattered agricultural and recreation
development. Outstanding anadromous fishery. Recreational
boating on lower river. Excellent water quality, although
clay banks along lower river cause some discoloration. Important
habitat for wildlife, including elk and bald eagles.
|
|
|
Bogachiel River and North Fork
|
Jefferson, Clallam
|
Entire segment within Olympic National
Park
|
24
|
1982/ 1993
|
W
|
S, R, F, W
|
Undisturbed rain forest, thick
mountain forests, broad river valley with views of ridges
and peaks. Hiking, camping, fishing, and nature study. Good
populations of anadromous salmon, steelhead and resident
whitefish.
|
|
|
Buck Creek
|
Skagit, Snohomish
|
Headwaters in NE 1/4 of Sec. 4,
T.33 N., R.12 E. to Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary
|
10
|
1993
|
S
|
F
|
Spawning habitat of spring chinook
and coho salmon. Also Dolly Varden population.
|
|
|
Buck Creek
|
Skagit, Snohomish
|
Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary
to confluence with Suiattle River
|
1
|
1993
|
S
|
F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Cady Creek, West
|
Snohomish
|
Headwaters in NE 1/4 of Sec. 13,
T.28 N., R.12 E. to bridge in Sec. 21, T.28 N., R.12 E.
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5
|
1993
|
W
|
W
|
Golden eagle nest site in drainage.
|
|
|
Cady Creek, West
|
Snohomish
|
Bridge to confluence with North
Fork Skykomish River
|
3
|
1993
|
R
|
W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Canyon and South Fork Canyon
|
Snohomish
|
Boulder River Wilderness boundary
to the confluence with North Fork of Canyon Creek
|
7
|
1993
|
S
|
F, W, O
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Canyon and South Fork Canyon
|
Snohomish
|
Confluence of North and South Forks
of Canyon Creek to the confluence with the South Fork Stillaguamish
River
|
12
|
1993
|
R
|
F, W, O
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Canyon and South Fork Canyon
|
Snohomish
|
Headwaters of South Fork Canyon
Creek in NE 1/4 of Section 5, T.30N., R.9E., to the Boulder
River Wilderness boundary
|
1
|
1993
|
W
|
F, W, O
|
Chinook, coho, pink and chum salmon
and summer and winter steelhead. Canyon Creek contains dense
stands of large timber and old-growth. Extensive black-tail
deer winter range.
|
|
|
Canyon Creek
|
Whatcom
|
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary to
point on range line between Sec. 12, R.14 E. and Sec. 17,
R.16 E.
|
10
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, F
|
View of high mountain ridges and
peaks. Provides wide variety of non-motorized recreation
opportunities. Important spawning habitat for bull, rainbow
and cutthroat trout.
|
|
|
Canyon Creek
|
Whatcom
|
Point on range line between Sec.
12, R.14 E. and Sec. 17, R.16 E. to confluence with Ruby
Creek in NE 1/4 of Sec. 12, T.37 N., R.14 E.
|
0
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Carbon River
|
Pierce
|
Entire segment within Mount Rainier
National Park
|
8
|
1993
|
W, S
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S, R, H
|
Wide, cascading, boulder strewn
river. Outstanding views of Mt. Rainier. Hiking, camping,
and nature viewing.
|
|
|
Carbon River
|
Pierce
|
Headwaters on Carbon Glacier on
NW slopes of Mt. Ranier to Ipsut
|
4
|
1993
|
W
|
S, F
|
Dramatic views of Mt. Rainier;
numerous cascades and waterfalls. Chinook, pink, chum and
coho salmon spawn and rear.
|
|
|
Carbon River
|
Pierce
|
Isput Creek to the confluence with
the Puallup River
|
28
|
1993
|
R
|
S, F
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Chilliwack River
|
Whatcom
|
Entire segment within North Cascades
National Park
|
15
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Maintained backcountry trail follows
much of river. Offers spectacular views of adjacent high
country. Supports variety of native fish and wildlife.
|
|
|
Chiwawa River
|
Chelan
|
Headwaters to Glacier Peak Wilderness
boundary in SE 1/4 of Sec. 21, T.30 N., R.16 E.
|
5
|
1982/ 1993
|
W
|
S, R, F
|
Towering mountain peaks, extensive
snowfields and imposing valley walls with numerous rocky
areas. Camping, fishing, hunting, hiking, and pleasure driving.
Run of wild, unsupplemented spring chinook salmon.
|
|
|
Chiwawa River
|
Chelan
|
Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary
to Goose Creek in SE 1/4 of Sec. 13, T.27 N., R.17 E.
|
24
|
1982/ 1993
|
S
|
S, R, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Chiwawa River
|
Chelan
|
Entire length
|
30
|
1982
|
|
R
|
Relatively pristine mountain stream
fed from Glacier Peak Wilderness Area; flows through mixed
terrain of moderately steep valleys and wider meadows. Opportunities
for kayaking, canoeing, rafting and fishing.
|
|
|
Chiwawa River
|
Chelan
|
Goose Creek to confluence with
Wenatchee River in NE 1/4 of Sec. 1, T.26 N., R.17 E.
|
6
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S, R, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Cispus River
|
Lewis, Skamania
|
Entire length
|
52
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F
|
A fixed channel and braided river
flowing through mainly undeveloped, heavily forested areas.
Large sub-alpine meadows near the headwaters with majestic
views of the Goat Rocks Wilderness. Important resident fishery
resource. Considerable boating potential.
|
|
|
Cispus River
|
Lewis, Skamania
|
Source in Goat Rocks Wilderness
in SW 1/4 of Sec. 27, T.12 N., R.11 E to Goat Rocks Wilderness
boundary in SW 1/4 of Sec. 24, T.11 N., R.10 E
|
7
|
1982/ 1993
|
W
|
S, R, C, O
|
Large conifers and tower rock,
a unique geologic feature. Very popular for rafting. Major
travel route used by Native Americans. Prehistoric sites.
|
|
|
Cispus River
|
Lewis, Skamania
|
Goat Rocks Wilderness boundary
to Gifford Pinchot National Forest boundary in SW 1/4 of
Sec. 18, T.11 N., R.7 E.
|
40
|
1982/ 1993
|
S
|
S, R, C
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Cispus River
|
Lewis, Skamania
|
Gifford Pinchot National Forest
boundary to confluence with Cowlitz River in SE 1/4 of Sec.
31, T.12 N., R.6 E.
|
7
|
1982/ 1993
|
S
|
S, R, C
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Clawah River, South Fork
|
Clallam
|
Entire segment within Olympic National
Park
|
15
|
1993
|
W
|
S, F, W
|
Heavy, undisturbed rain forest,
narrow river canyon, unpenetrated wilderness. Cross-country
hiking, camping, fishing, and nature study. Numerous wildlife.
|
|
|
Cle Elum River
|
Kittitas
|
Private land boundary to Salmon
La Sac Bridge in NW 1/4 of Sec. 16, T.22 N., R.14 E.
|
14
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R, H, C
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Cle Elum River
|
Kittitas
|
Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary
to private land boundary at north section line of Sec. 3,
T.23 N., R.14 E.
|
2
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R, H, C
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Cle Elum River
|
Kittitas
|
Headwaters to Alpine Lakes Wilderness
boundary in NW 1/4 of Sec. 28, T.24 N., R.14 E.
|
4
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, H, C
|
Rugged peaks and steep slopes,
combined with thick forests of old growth conifer and hardwoods.
Deep pools and cascading rapids, riffles and waterfalls.
Cultural ties with Yakima Indian Nation and substantial
mining history.
|
|
|
Cle Elum River
|
Kittitas
|
Salmon La Sac Bridge to head of
Lake Cle Elum Reservoir
|
4
|
1993
|
R
|
S, R, H, C
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Clear Creek
|
Skamania
|
From the Trail 80 crossing in NW
1/4 of Sec. 28, T.9 N., R.7 E. to middle of Sec. 20, T.8
N., R.7 E.
|
6
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, G
|
Upper section flows through deeply
incised rock gorges in deep green forest setting to more
open lower section. Number of waterfalls and plunge pools.
Opportunities for solitude
and isolation.
|
|
|
Clear Creek
|
Skamania
|
Middle of Sec. 20, T.8 N., R.7
E. to confluence with Muddy River in SE 1/4 of Sec. 1, T.7
N., R.6 E.
|
4
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R, G
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Clearwater River
|
Pierce
|
Headwaters in Clearwater Wilderness
in NW 1/4 of Section 28, T.18N., R.8E. to the Clearwater
Wilderness boundary
|
4
|
1993
|
W
|
F, W
|
Extensive black-tailed deer and
elk winter range and northern spotted owl in upper river
drainage. Chinook and coho spawn and rear.
|
|
|
Clearwater River
|
Pierce
|
Clearwater Wilderness boundary
to the confluence with White River
|
6
|
1993
|
R
|
F, W
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Columbia River
|
Benton, Franklin, Grant, Yakima
|
From Priest Rapids Dam downstream
to slack water at McNary Pool (Lake Wallula)
|
55
|
1982
|
|
F, W, C
|
The Hanford Reach is the only remaining
significant free-flowing section of the Columbia River in
the United States, and it represents the most diverse fish
and wildlife habitat on the mid Columbia River. The area
is used by bald eagles, peregrine falcons, Canada geese,
and an assortment of other species, as well as a large variety
of fish types. Largely undeveloped, it flows through the
Hanford Nuclear Reservation. A large number of archaeological
sites have been identified.
|
|
|
Cowlitz River
|
Lewis
|
Junction of Muddy and Clear Forks
Cowlitz in NW 1/4 of Sec. 31, T.14 N., R.10 E. to Riffe
Lake in SW 1/4 of Sec. 1, T.11 N., R.5 E.
|
42
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S
|
|
|
|
Cowlitz River
|
Lewis
|
From its source downstream to the
confluence with the Cispus River
|
42
|
1982
|
|
G
|
Fixed channel and looped meandering
river draining the southeast slopes of Mt. Rainier, and
carrying significant amounts of glacial debris; being a
fine example of an outwash stream. Excellent fishing resource.
|
|
|
Cowlitz River, Clear Fork
|
Lewis, Yakima
|
Headwaters in Goat Rocks Wilderness
in SE 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.12 N., R.11 E. to Goat Rocks Wilderness
boundary in SE 1/4 of Sec. 8, T.13 N., R.11 E.
|
5
|
1993
|
W
|
S
|
Alpine panoramas to deep forested
canyons to gravel bar-floodplain openings. Contains distinctive
palisades, most spectacular
columnar and site formations in
region.
|
|
|
Cowlitz River, Clear Fork
|
Lewis, Yakima
|
Goat Rocks Wilderness boundary
to the confluence with the Muddy Fork of Cowlitz River in
NW 1/4 of Sec. 31, T.14 N., R.10 E.
|
10
|
1993
|
S
|
S
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Deception Creek
|
King
|
Headwaters at Trico Lake in SW
1/4 of Sec. 5, T.24 N., R.14 E to Alpine Lakes Wilderness
boundary
|
10
|
1993
|
W
|
W, H
|
Black-tailed deer, black bears,
furbearer habitat, and spotted owls. Within Stevens Pass
Historic District which recognizes Great Northern Railroad
in constructing route across Cascades.
|
|
|
Deception Creek
|
King
|
Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary
to confluence with Tye River
|
0
|
1993
|
R
|
W, H
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Deer Creek
|
Skagit, Snohomish
|
Headwaters near Coney Pass in SW
1/4 of Section 23, T.33N., R.8E. to its confluence with
the North Fork Stillaguamish River
|
24
|
1993
|
R
|
F, W
|
Supports excellent black-tailed
deer winter range and northern spotted owl habitat. Known
for its famous summer steelhead run. Fall and spring chinook,
coho, pink and chum salmon and resident trout inhabit the
creek.
|
|
|
Diobsud Creek
|
Whatcom, Skagit
|
Headwaters on Mt. Watson in SE
1/4 of Sec. 36, T.37 N., R.9 E. to south section line of
Sec. 24, T.36 N., R.10 E.
|
8
|
1993
|
W
|
R, W
|
Black-tailed deer, bears, and mountain
goats. High quality fishing opportunity.
|
|
|
Diobsud Creek
|
Whatcom, Skagit
|
South section line of Sec. 24 to
confluence with Skagit River
|
2
|
1993
|
R
|
R, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Dosewallips River
|
Jefferson
|
Olympic National Park/Olympic National
Forest boundary to the National Forest/private boundary
(NE 1/4 of Section 25, T.26N., R.3W.)
|
8
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S, F
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Dosewallips River
|
Jefferson
|
Entire segment within Olympic National
Park
|
14
|
1982/ 1993
|
W, S
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Heavily forested mountain slopes,
open mountain meadows, glaciers, spectacular peaks, swift-flowing
river. Developed campground, extensive trail system, fishing,
mountain climbing.
|
|
|
Dosewallips River
|
Jefferson
|
Olympic National Forest/private
boundary to Hood Canal
|
6
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S, F
|
|
|
|
Dosewallips River
|
Jefferson
|
Station Creek to Olympic National
Park/Olympic National Forest boundary (SW 1/4 of Section
24, T.26N., R.4W.)
|
2
|
1982/ 1993
|
S
|
S, F
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Dosewallips River
|
Jefferson
|
Entire length
|
28
|
1982
|
|
S, G
|
High scenic values, especially
of the surrounding Olympic Mountains. Undeveloped, wilderness
stream; clear water and unrestricted flow with numerous
rapids, cascades, and small waterfalls. Dense forestation
and good outcrop examples of Olympic Peninsula geology.
Rises in Olympic National Park. Some kayaking in lowest
reaches.
|
|
|
Dosewallips River
|
Jefferson
|
From Claywood Lake in Olympic National
Park to Station Creek (SE 1/4 of Section 15, T.26N., R.4W.)
|
12
|
1982/ 1993
|
W
|
S, F
|
Mountain meadows, lakes, snowfields,
mountain peaks, tumbling water and river canyons. Four salmon
species, steelhead and cutthroat trout.
|
|
|
Downey Creek
|
Skagit, Snohomish
|
Headwaters on Lizard Mtn. in NW
1/4 of Sec. 13, T.33 N., R.13 E. to Glacier Peak Wilderness
boundary
|
10
|
1993
|
W
|
F, W
|
Diverse population of fish including
spring chinook, coho salmon, summer steelhead and Dolly
Varden. Northern spotted owl habitat.
|
|
|
Downey Creek
|
Skagit, Snohomish
|
Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary
to confluence with Suiattle River
|
1
|
1993
|
S
|
F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Duckabush River
|
Jefferson
|
Entire segment within Olympic National
Park
|
12
|
1982/ 1993
|
W
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Heavily forested mountain slopes,
views of snowcapped peaks, high tarns nestled in glacial
cirques, swift-flowing river, wildflower displays, wilderness
setting. Explored by O'Neil expedition of 1890.
|
|
|
Duckabush River
|
Jefferson
|
Entire length
|
25
|
1982
|
|
S, G
|
Scenic views of surrounding Olympic
mountains. Undeveloped, wilderness stream; clear, unrestricted
flow with numerous rapids, cascades and waterfalls. Sub-alpine
meadows in the upper valley reach and very heavy forestation
in the lower reaches. Rises in Olympic National Park.
|
|
|
Duckabush River
|
Jefferson
|
Point of origin near O'Neil Pass
in Olympic National Park (Sec. 19, T.25 N., R.5 W.) to Olympic
national Park/Olympic National forest boundary (NW 1/4 of
Sec. 1, T.25 N., R.4 W.)
|
12
|
1982/ 1993
|
W
|
S, G, F
|
Mountain meadows, snowfields, major
Olympic peaks, waterfalls, cascading water, river gorges,
old-growth forests. Salmon, steelhead and sea-run cutthroat
trout.
|
|
|
Duckabush River
|
Jefferson
|
National Park/National Forest boundary
(NE 1/4 of Sec. 1, T.25 N., R.4 W.) to The Brothers Wilderness
boundary near Little Hump (NE 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.25 N., R.
3W.)
|
4
|
1982/ 1993
|
W
|
S, G, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Duckabush River
|
Jefferson
|
Wilderness boundary near Little
Hump (NE 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.25 N., R.3 W.) to Olympic National
Forest bounday (NE 1/4 of Sec. 18, T.25 N., R.2 W.)
|
5
|
1982/ 1993
|
S
|
S, G, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Duckabush River
|
Jefferson
|
National Forest boundary (NE 1/4
of Sec. 18, T.25 N., R.2 W.) to Hood Canal (NE 1/4 of Sec.
21, T.25 N., R.2 W.)
|
2
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S, G, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Dungeness River
|
Jefferson, Clallam
|
Sleepy Hollow Creek (NW 1/4 of
Sec. 8, T.28 N., R.3 W.) to Olympic National Forest boundary
(NE 1/4 of Sec. 24, T.29 N., R.4 W.)
|
6
|
1993
|
S
|
S, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Dungeness River
|
Jefferson, Clallam
|
Olympic National Forest boundary
(NE 1/4 of Sec. 24, T.29 N., R.4 W.) to State fish hatchery
(NW 1/4 of Sec. 12, T.29 N., R.4 W.)
|
3
|
1993
|
R
|
S, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Dungeness River
|
Jefferson, Clallam
|
Forest Road 2860 bridge (NW 1/4
of Sec. 36, T.28 N., R.4 W) to Silver Creek (SW 1/4 of Sec.
19, T.28 N., R.3 W.)
|
2
|
1993
|
S
|
S, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Dungeness River
|
Jefferson, Clallam
|
Confluence of Milk Creek and Heather
Creek (NE 1/4 of Sec. 22, T.27 N., R.4 W.) to Forest Road
2860 bridge (NW 1/4 of Sec. 36, T.28 N., R.4 W.)
|
4
|
1993
|
W
|
S, F
|
High, open ridges, excellent views
of Olympics, snowfields, cascading water, narrow river canyons.
Spring and fall chinook, coho and pink salmon.
|
|
|
Dungeness River
|
Jefferson, Clallam
|
Silver Creek (SW 1/4 of Sec. 19,
T.28 N., R.3W) to Sleepy Hollow Creek (NW 1/4 of Sec. 8,
T.28 N., R.3 W.)
|
3
|
1993
|
W
|
S, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Elwha River
|
Jefferson, Clallam
|
Entire segment within Olympic National
Park
|
35
|
1993
|
W, S
|
S, R, G, F, W, H
|
Varied forest stands on steep mountain
slopes, peaks, meadows, waterfalls, river gorges, deep pools,
rapids, and wilderness setting. Hiking, camping, picnicking,
boating, and fishing.
|
|
|
Entiat River
|
Chelan
|
Headwaters to Glacier Peak Wilderness
boundary in SE 1/4 of Sec. 27, T.30 N., R.17 E.
|
12
|
1993
|
W
|
S
|
Originates in steep glaciated valley
with rugged slopes and plunges in cascading rapids, riffles
and falls to a meandering course in broader valley.
|
|
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Entiat River
|
Chelan
|
Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary
to Cottonwood Trailhead in SW 1/4 of Sec. 7, T.29 N., R.18
E.
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4
|
1993
|
W
|
S
|
See initial comments
|
|
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Entiat River
|
Chelan
|
Cottonwood Trailhead to private
land boundary
|
15
|
1993
|
S
|
S
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Grande Ronde River
|
Asotin (Wallowa and Union, OR)
|
From the confluence of the Wallowa
River downstream to the confluence with the Snake River
|
78
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F
|
Long, high volume river flowing
through steep canyons of volcanic rocks. Excellent examples
of "gooseneck" meanders. Supports high quality recreational
kayaking and rafting during spring runoff. Still accessible
to anadromous fish--steelhead and salmon resource. The main
river in the major drainage system of northeast Oregon.
|
OR
|
|
Granite Creek
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Skagit, Whatcom
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Mouth of Swamp Creek in SE 1/4
of Sec. 6, T.35 N., R.17 E. to confluence with Ruby Creek
in NE 1/4 of Sec. 12, T.37 N., R.14 E.
|
11
|
1993
|
|
S, R, F
|
View of spectacular high mountain
ridges and peaks. Ross Lake provides resident fish population
of statewide importance. Lower portions provide spawning
habitat for bull, rainbow and cutthroat trout.
|
|
|
Gray Wolf River
|
Jefferson, Clallam
|
Northwest flank of Mt. Deception
in Olympic National Park (SW 1/4 of Sec. 18, T.27 N., R.4
W.) to Olympic National Park/Olympic National Forest boundary
(NW 1/4 of Sec. 17, T.28 N., R.4 W.)
|
9
|
1993
|
W
|
S, G, F
|
High, open ridges, excellent views
of Olympic Mountains, snowfields, whitewater, narrow river
canyons. Spring and fall chinook, coho and pink salmon and
other fish species.
|
|
|
Gray Wolf River
|
Jefferson, Clallam
|
Olympic National Park/Olympic National
Forest boundary (NW 1/4 of Sec. 17, T.28 N., R.4 W.) to
Forest Road 2870 (NW 1/4 of Sec. 31, T.29 N., R.3 W.)
|
7
|
1993
|
W
|
S, G, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Gray Wolf River
|
Jefferson, Clallam
|
Forest Road 2870 (NW 1/4 of Sec.
31, T.29 N., R.3 W.) to Dungeness River (SW 1/4 of Sec.
30, T.29 N., R.3 W.)
|
1
|
1993
|
S
|
S, G, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Gray Wolf River
|
Callam, Jefferson
|
Entire segment within Olympic National
Park
|
10
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Forested mountain slopes, spectacular
peaks, tarns and high subalpine lakes, numerous streams,
glaciers, abundant wildflowers, and wilderness setting.
Excellent hiking trails, fishing, and camping.
|
|
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Green River
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Lewis, Skamania
|
MSHNVM boundary to point river
reenters the MSHNVM in SE 1/4 of Sec. 11, T.10 N., R.5 E.
|
4
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R, G, H
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Green River
|
Lewis, Skamania
|
MSHNVM boundary to MSHNVM boundary
in SW 1/4 of Sec. 32, T.11 N., R.5 E.
|
4
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, G, H
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Green River
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Lewis, Skamania
|
Source in SE 1/4 of Sec. 31, T.10
N., R.6 E. to Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument
boundary in NE 1/4 of Sec. 20, T.10 N., R.6 E.
|
2
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, G, H
|
Segments within or adjacent to
nationally significant Mount St. Helens NVM. Opportunities
for interpretation of 1980 eruption. Old mines and remnant
cabins associated with early mining district.
|
|
|
Greenwater River
|
Pierce
|
Headwaters on Castle Mountain in
SW 1/4 of Section 5, T.17N., R.11E. to Norse Peak Wilderness
boundary
|
8
|
1993
|
W
|
F, H, C
|
Principal spawning area for spring
chinook. Historic cross-country travel route.
|
|
|
Greenwater River
|
Pierce
|
Norse Peak Wilderness boundary
to the confluence with White River
|
13
|
1993
|
R
|
F, H, C
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Hamma Hamma River
|
Mason
|
Murdock Lakes (NE 1/4 of Section
16, T.24N., R.5W.) to the bridge across the Hamma Hamma
on Forest Road 25
|
3
|
1993
|
W
|
S
|
Wide, steep sided valley with distant
views of slopes and peaks. Diversity of vegetation offers
seasonal color.
|
|
|
Hamma Hamma River
|
Mason
|
Forest Road 25 bridge to Lena Creek
|
6
|
1993
|
S
|
S
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Hamma Hamma River
|
Mason
|
Lena Crekk to Olympic National
Forest boundary (SE 1/4 of Section 7, T.24N., R.3W.)
|
3
|
1993
|
R
|
S
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Hamma Hamma River
|
Mason
|
Olympic National Forest boundary
to Hood Canal
|
6
|
1993
|
R
|
S
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Hoh River
|
Jefferson
|
Entire length
|
55
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F
|
Considerably braided, glacier fed
coastal river rising in Olympic National Park. Flows through
a highly diverse landscape, including rare rain forest.
Sustains considerable fishing and recreation; important
winter steelhead resource; canoeing and rafting. Premier
example of a high flow, glacial river, with superb scenic
values.
|
|
|
Hoh River
|
Jefferson
|
Entire segment within Olympic National
Park
|
26
|
1982/ 1993
|
W, S
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Spectacular rain forest vegetation,
large river, waterfalls, cascades, deep canyons, broad valleys,
steep mountain slopes, high alpine peaks. Numerous recreational
activities.
|
|
|
Humptulips River and West Fork
|
Grays Harbor
|
Entire mainstem and West Fork
|
61
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F
|
Good example of a coastal stream
rising in higher mountainous regions and flowing through
a diversity of landscape types. Upper undeveloped portion
is a fixed channel, steep stream, while lower looped meander
portion is low gradient. One of the most important winter
steelhead resources- excellent recreational fishing resource.
Canoeing and kayaking, potential rafting.
|
|
|
Humptulips River and West Fork
|
Grays Harbor
|
From unnamed tributary (south bank)
locally called Cambell Creek (NW 1/4 of Section 14, T.23N.,
R.8W.) to Olympic National Forest boundary
|
17
|
1982/ 1993
|
S
|
F
|
Coho, chum, and chinook salmon,
sea-run cutthroat trout, steelhead and resident cutthroat
trout.
|
|
|
Humptulips River and West Fork
|
Grays Harbor
|
Olympic National Forest boundary
to the junction with the East Fork Humptulips River
|
13
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
F
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Humptulips River and West Fork
|
Grays Harbor
|
Junction with East Fork to the
US Highway 101 bridge
|
4
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
F
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Humptulips River and West Fork
|
Grays Harbor
|
US Highway 101 bridge to its mouth
in Grays Harbor
|
24
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
F
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Humptulips River, East Fork
|
Grays Harbor
|
Stovepipe Creek (NE 1/4 of Section
9, T.22N., R.8W.) to Olympic National Forest boundary
|
11
|
1993
|
S
|
R
|
Very high quality recreational
values including whitewater kayaking.
|
|
|
Humptulips River, East Fork
|
Grays Harbor
|
Olympic National Forest boundary
to confluence with West Fork Humptulips River
|
13
|
1993
|
R
|
R
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Illabot Creek
|
Skagit
|
Headwaters in NW 1/4 of Sec. 32,
T.34 N., R.12 E. to Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary
|
4
|
1993
|
W
|
F, W
|
Outstanding due to overall production
and species diversity of anadromous fish. Very important
habitat for numerous wildlife species including bald eagle
and northern spotted owl.
|
|
|
Illabot Creek
|
Skagit
|
Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary
to confluence with Skagit River
|
11
|
1993
|
R
|
F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Joseph Creek
|
Asotin
|
Entire River
|
40
|
1982
|
|
G, H
|
Deeply incised, fixed channel,
meandering river. Superlative example of rejuvenated stream
erosion process; classic example of "gooseneck" meanders.
Ancestral home of Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce Indians.
THE SEGMENT FROM JOSEPH CREEK RANCH,
ONE MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM COUGAR CREEK, TO THE WALLOWA-WHITMAN
NATIONAL FOREST BOUNDARY WAS ADDED AS A COMPONENT OF THE
NATIONAL WILD AND SCENIC rivers SYSTEM ON 10/28/88.
|
OR
|
|
Kettle River
|
Ferry, Stevens
|
Entire Washington portion
|
54
|
1982
|
|
S, R, H
|
Gently meandering stream flowing
through historic mining region. Good scenic values and significant
year-round flow and grade for premier canoeing and floating
opportunities.
|
|
|
Kettle River
|
Ferry, Stevens
|
Entire Washington portion
|
54
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S, R
|
View of pleasant mosaic of benches,
moderate terrain, occasional rock outcrop faces, and grassy
slopes. Canoeing and floating opportunities.
|
|
|
Klickitat River
|
Klickitat
|
From the southern boundary of the
Yakima Indian Reservation downstream to the confluence with
the Columbia River
|
48
|
1982
|
|
S, G, F
|
Major canyon with high scenic values;
fishing and some boating. Important summer Washington steelhead
fishing stream.
THE SEGMENT FROM ITS CONFLUENCE
WITH WHEELER CREEK, NEAR THE TOWN OF PITT, TO THE CONFLUENCE
WITH THE COLUMBIA RIVER WAS ADDED AS A COMPONENT OF THE
NATIONAL WILD AND SCENIC rivers SYSTEM ON 11/17/86.
|
|
|
Klickitat River
|
|
The segment from its confluence
with Wheeler Creek, WA, near the town of Pitt, WA, toits
confluence with the Columbia River.
|
0
|
1982/ 1995
|
|
|
This river is under Congressional
study for designation to the Wild and Scenic River System.
It is currently under the protection of the Wild and Scenic
Rivers Act pursuant to Section 7 (b) of the Act.
|
|
|
Klickitat, Upper
|
Yakima
|
Between Summit Creek and the mouth
of the Little Klickitat
|
18
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R, F, W, O
|
Flows through a broad, largely
undeveloped canyon. Second largest free-flowing river in
state of Washington. Very significant anadromous fishery.
Excellent deer wintering range. Remote recreation setting
popular for whitewater boating.
|
|
|
Lewis River
|
Skamania
|
Base of Adams Glacier in NE 1/4
of Sec. 35, T.9 N., R.10 E. to Mount Adams Wilderness boundary
in NE 1/4 of Sec. 19, T.9 N., R.10 E.
|
4
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R
|
Five large waterfalls on river
and many waterfalls on side streams. Hiking, trout fishing,
and challenging river rafting.
|
|
|
Lewis River
|
Skamania
|
Mount Adams Wilderness boundary
to Gifford Pinchot National Forest boundary in SW 1/4 of
Sec. 19, T.7 N., R.7 E.
|
29
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Lewis River
|
Skamania
|
Gifford Pinchot National Forest
boundary to maximum pool of Swift Reservoir in NW 1/4 of
Sec. 35, T.7 N., R.6 E.
|
2
|
1993
|
R
|
S, R
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Lewis River, East Fork
|
Clark, Skamania
|
Lewisville County Park to confluence
with Lewis River in SW 1/4 of Sec. 32, T.5 N., R.1 E.
|
17
|
1993
|
R
|
R, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Lewis River, East Fork
|
Clark, Skamania
|
Source in SW 1/4 of Sec. 8, T.4
N., R.6 E. to Gifford Pinchot National Forest boundary in
NE 1/4 of Sec. 24, T.4 N., R.4 E.
|
11
|
1993
|
S
|
R, F
|
Outstanding producer of native
steelhead. Supports a variety of
other anadromous and resident fish.
One of most popular recreation n rivers in southwest Washington
with water-oriented activities such as rafting, kayaking,
fishing, and boating.
|
|
|
Lewis River, East Fork
|
Clark, Skamania
|
GPNF boundary to Lewisville County
Park in SE 1/4 of Sec. 22, T.4 N., R.2 E.
|
15
|
1993
|
R
|
R, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Little Wenatchee River
|
Chelan
|
From falls just below Riverside
Campground in SW 1/4 of Section 11, T.27N., R.15E. to outlet
of Lake Wenatchee
|
8
|
1993
|
S
|
F
|
Successfully reproducing, natural
sockeye salmon run.
|
|
|
Little White Salmon River
|
Skamania
|
300 yards downstream of County
Rd. 41 bridge in NE 1/4 of Sec. 11, T.3 N., R.9 E. to NE
1/4 of Sec. 26, T.3 N., R.9 E.
|
4
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R
|
Narrow stream gorge with views
from water edge ranging from green conifer forests to tan
bunch grass slopes. Flows through rapid progression of chutes,
cascades, and short plunge pools.
|
|
|
Lost River
|
Okanogan
|
Mouth of Rampart Creek to Pasayten
Wilderness Boundary in SW 1/4 of Sec. 21, T.37 N., R.19
E.
|
11
|
1993
|
W
|
S, G, F, W
|
Runs through high, open alpine
setting and natural appearing forest setting. Portions in
deep gorge with variety of geologic formations. Important
summer/winter range for mountain goats and important deer
migration route. Spawning and rearing habitat for spring
chinook.
|
|
|
Lost River
|
Okanogan
|
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary to
point just north of Lost River Bridge in SE 1/4 of Sec.
32, T.37 N., R.19 E.
|
3
|
1993
|
W
|
S, G, F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Lost River
|
Okanogan
|
Point just north of Lost River
Bridge to confluence with Methow River
|
0
|
1993
|
S
|
S, G, F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Methow River
|
Okanogan
|
Rattlesnake Creek to private land
boundary near Lost River in NW 1/4 of Sec. 5, T.36 N., R.19
E.
|
4
|
1982/ 1993
|
S
|
S, R, F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Methow River
|
Okanogan
|
Private land boundary near Lost
River to Okanogan National Forest Boundary near Little Boulder
Creek in SE 1/4 of Sec. 31, T.36N., R.20 E.
|
9
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S, R, F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Methow River
|
Okanogan
|
Mouth of Brush Creek to Rattlesnake
Creek in SW 1/4 of Sec. 2, T.36 N., R.18 E.
|
6
|
1982/ 1993
|
W
|
S, R, F, W
|
From narrowly incised valley to
pastoral valley with distant view of cascade peaks. Important
habitat for mountain goat and mule deer herds. Important
spawning and rearing habitat for spring chinook, summer
steelhead. Wide variety of recreational activities.
|
|
|
Methow River
|
Okanogan
|
The entire mainstem from source
to mouth (80 river miles), and the major tributary, Chewuch
River (41 river miles)
|
121
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F, W
|
A long river which drains the northern
portion of the eastern slope Cascades. Headwaters are in
a narrowly incised valley on mostly unroaded national forest
land, while most of the valley is privately owned agricultural
land. The pastoral valley, combined with the nearby backdrop
of Cascade peaks, makes the river visually appealing. Scenery
form the river itself is relatively natural because of streamside
vegetation and cliffs. Supports a wide range of recreational
boating. A major anadromous/resident fishing stream with
excellent pool/riffle ratio and clear water. A major wintering
area for big game and raptors, including bald eagle.
|
|
|
Methow River
|
Okanogan
|
Okanogan National Forest Boundary
to slack water of Lake Pateros
|
64
|
1982/ 1993
|
|
S, R, F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Methow River (Chewuch River)
|
Okanogan
|
Mouth of Tungsten Creek to Pasayten
Wilderness Boundary in NE 1/4 of Sec. 36, T.39 N., R.22
E.
|
7
|
1982/ 1993
|
W
|
S, R, F, W
|
High mountain ridges, peaks, and
Chewuch Falls. Lynx and mule deer populations. Important
spawning and rearing habitat for spring chinook and summer
steelhead.
|
|
|
Methow River (Chewuch River)
|
Okanogan
|
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary to
30-mile Campground in NE 1/4 of Sec. 1, T.38 N., R.22 E.
|
1
|
1982/ 1993
|
W
|
S, R, F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Methow River (Chewuch River)
|
Okanogan
|
30-mile Campground to Okanogan
National Forest Boundary in NE 1/4 of Sec. 2, T.35 N., R.21
E.
|
26
|
1982/ 1993
|
S
|
S, R, F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Methow River (Chewuch River)
|
Okanogan
|
Okanogan National Forest Boundary
to confluence with Methow River
|
8
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S, R, F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|