| River | County | Reach | Length (miles) | Description | Potential Classification | ORVs | Watershed (HUC Code 8) | Year Listed/ Updated | Other State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American River | Yakima | Confluence with Rainier Fork to confluence with Bumping River | 19 | Originates in broad, glaciated valley and flows through a narrow, winding canyon accentuated by precipitous, andesite cliffs. Cascading rapids, riffles, and white water. | Scenic | Scenic | Naches | 1993 | |
| 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 | Originates in broad, glaciated valley and flows through a narrow, winding canyon accentuated by precipitous, andesite cliffs. Cascading rapids, riffles, and white water. | Scenic | Scenic | Naches | 1993 | |
| 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 | 12 | Excellent winter range for deer and elk, along with bald and golden eagles. Sockeye, coho and summer and fall chinook. | Wild | Fish, Geologic, Scenic, Wildlife | Upper Skagit | 1993 | |
| Baker River | Whatcom | Blum Creek to Baker Lake | 2 | Excellent winter range for deer and elk, along with bald and golden eagles. Sockeye, coho and summer and fall chinook. | Scenic | Fish, Scenic, Wildlife | Upper Skagit | 1993 | |
| Beckler River | King, Snohomish | Headwaters of Beckler at Jack Pass in NW 1/4 of Section 31, R.28N., R.12E. to the confluence with South Fork Skykomish | 14 | A major western Washington river accessible by highway, close to large urban population. Highly scenic mountain valley. Exceptional boulder and floodway zones. Clear water with rapids, cascades and falls in upper reaches. Braided streamway corridor with outstanding accretion beaches and gravel bars in lower reaches. Substantial runs of anadromous fish and high wildlife diversity. Supports wide variety of recreational boating. Portions are in the State Scenic and Recreational Rivers System. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational, Wildlife | Skykomish | 1993 | |
| Big Beaver Creek | Whatcom | Entire segment within North Cascades National Park and Ross Lake National Recreation Area | 16 | Views of adjacent high country including mountain peaks, forested slopes, and old growth forests. Maintained trail for hiking. Diverse wildlife. | Wild | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Upper Skagit | 1998 | |
| Bogachiel River | Clallam, Jefferson | The entire mainstem from source to the Olympic National Park Boundary | 26 | 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. | Wild | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Hoh-Quillayute | 1993 | |
| Bogachiel River | Clallam, Jefferson | From the Olympic National Park Boundary to the confluence with Soleduck River | 22 | 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. | Wild | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Hoh-Quillayute | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Bogachiel River, North Fork | Clallam, Jefferson | Headwaters to confluence with Main Fork (all within the Olympic National Park) | 8 | 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. | Wild | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Hoh-Quillayute | 1993 | |
| Boulder River | Snohomish | Boulder River Wilderness boundary to confluence with North Fork Stillaguamish River | 6 | Spawning and rearing habitat for fall chinook, coho, pink and chum salmon, as well as, summer steelhead and Dolly Varden. Black-tailed deer, bald eagles, and mountain goat. | Recreation | Fish, Wildlife | Stillaguamish | 1993 | |
| Boulder River | Snohomish | Headwaters in SW 1/4 of Sec. 7, T.31 N., R.9 E. to Boulder River Wilderness boundary | 9 | Spawning and rearing habitat for fall chinook, coho, pink and chum salmon, as well as, summer steelhead and Dolly Varden. Black-tailed deer, bald eagles, and mountain goat. | Wild | Fish, Wildlife | Stillaguamish | 1993 | |
| Buck Creek | Skagit, Snohomish | Headwaters in NE 1/4 of Sec. 4, T.33 N., R.12 E. to Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary | 10 | Spawning habitat of spring chinook and coho salmon. Also Dolly Varden population. | Scenic | Fish | Sauk | 1993 | |
| Buck Creek | Skagit, Snohomish | Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary to confluence with Suiattle River | 1 | Spawning habitat of spring chinook and coho salmon. Also Dolly Varden population. | Scenic | Fish | Sauk | 1993 | |
| 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. | 5 | Wild | Wildlife | Skykomish | 1993 | ||
| Cady Creek, West | Snohomish | Bridge to confluence with North Fork Skykomish River | 3 | Recreational | Wildlife | Skykomish | 1993 | ||
| Calawah River, South Fork | Clallam | Entire segment within Olympic National Park | 17 | Heavy, undisturbed rain forest, narrow river canyon, unpenetrated wilderness. Cross-country hiking, camping, fishing, and nature study. Numerous wildlife. | Wild | Scenic | Hoh-Quillayute | 1993 | |
| Cameron Creek | Jefferson, Clallam | Entire segment within ONP (Headwaters to the confluence with Gray Wolf Creek) | 10 | 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. | Wild | Recreational, Scenic | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| Canyon Creek | Snohomish | Confluence of North and South Forks of Canyon Creek to the confluence with the South Fork Stillaguamish River | 12 | 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.\ | Recreational | Fish, Wildlife, Other | Stillaguamish | 1993 | |
| Canyon Creek | Whatcom | Pasayten Wilderness Boundary to point on range line between Sec. 12, R.14 E. and Sec. 17, R.16 E. | 10 | View of high mountain ridges and peaks. Provides wide variety of non-motorized recreation opportunities. Important spawning habitat for bull, rainbow and cutthroat trout. | Wild | Fish, Recreational, Scenic | Stillaguamish | 1993 | |
| 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. | 1 | View of high mountain ridges and peaks. Provides wide variety of non-motorized recreation opportunities. Important spawning habitat for bull, rainbow and cutthroat trout. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Scenic | Stillaguamish | 1993 | |
| Canyon Creek, South Fork | 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 | 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.\ | Wild | Fish, Wildlife, Other | Stillaguamish | 1993 | |
| Canyon Creek, South Fork | Snohomish | Boulder River Wilderness boundary to the confluence with North Fork of Canyon Creek | 343 | 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.\ | Scenic | Fish, Wildlife, Other | Stillaguamish | 1993 | |
| Carbon River | Pierce | Headwaters on Carbon Glacier on NW slopes of Mt. Ranier to Ipsut | 4 | Dramatic views of Mt. Rainier; numerous cascades and waterfalls. Chinook, pink, chum and coho salmon spawn and rear. | Wild | Recreational, Scenic | Puyallup | 1993 | |
| Carbon River | Pierce | Ipsut Creek Campground to the Mt. Rainier Boundary near the Ranger Station | 5 | Dramatic views of Mt. Rainier; numerous cascades and waterfalls. Chinook, pink, chum and coho salmon spawn and rear. | Scenic | Recreational, Scenic | Puyallup | 1993 | |
| Carbon River | Pierce | Mt. Rainier Boundary near the Carbon River Ranger Station to the confluence with the Puyallup River | 24 | Wide, cascading, boulder strewn river. Outstanding views of Mt. Rainier. Hiking, camping, and nature viewing. | Recreation | Fish, Scenic | Puyallup | 1993 | |
| Chilliwack River | Whatcom | Entire segment within North Cascades National Park | 15 | Maintained backcountry trail follows much of river. Offers spectacular views of adjacent high country. Supports variety of native fish and wildlife. | Wild | Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Sumas River | 1993 | |
| Chiwawa River | Chelan | Headwaters to Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary in SE 1/4 of Sec. 21, T.30 N., R.16 E. | 7 | 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. | Wild | Fish, Recreational, Scenic | Wenatchee | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Chiwawa River | Chelan | Goose Creek to confluence with Wenatchee River in NE 1/4 of Sec. 1, T.26 N., R.17 E. | 6 | 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. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational, Scenic | Wenatchee | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Chiwawa River | Chelan | Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary to Goose Creek in SE 1/4 of Sec. 13, T.27 N., R.17 E. | 28 | 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. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Scenic | Wenatchee | 1982/ 1993 | |
| 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 | 8 | Large conifers and tower rock, a unique geologic feature. Very popular for rafting. Major travel route used by Native Americans. Prehistoric sites. | Wild | Cultural, Recreational, Scenic, Other | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| 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. | 37 | Large conifers and tower rock, a unique geologic feature. Very popular for rafting. Major travel route used by Native Americans. Prehistoric sites. | Scenic | Cultural, Recreational, Scenic | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| 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. | 8 | Large conifers and tower rock, a unique geologic feature. Very popular for rafting. Major travel route used by Native Americans. Prehistoric sites. | Scenic | Cultural, Recreational, Scenic | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| 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 | 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. | Scenic | Cultural, Historic, Recreational, Scenic | Upper Yakima | 1993 | |
| Cle Elum River | Kittitas | Headwaters to Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary in NW 1/4 of Sec. 28, T.24 N., R.14 E. | 5 | 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. | Wild | Cultural, Historic, Recreational, Scenic | Upper Yakima | 1993 | |
| Cle Elum River | Kittitas | Salmon La Sac Bridge to head of Lake Cle Elum Reservoir | 6 | 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. | Recreation | Cultural, Historic, Recreational, Scenic | Upper Yakima | 1993 | |
| 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. | 8 | 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. | Scenic | Cultural, Historic, Recreational, Scenic | Upper Yakima | 1993 | |
| 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. | 5 | 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. | Scenic | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| 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 | 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. | Wild | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| Clearwater River | Pierce | Headwaters in Clearwater Wilderness in T.18N., R.8E. to the Clearwater Wilderness boundary | 5 | Extensive black-tailed deer and elk winter range and northern spotted owl in upper river drainage. Chinook and coho spawn and rear. | Wild | Fish, Wildlife | Puyallup | 1993 | |
| Clearwater River | Pierce | Clearwater Wilderness boundary to the confluence with White River | 7 | Extensive black-tailed deer and elk winter range and northern spotted owl in upper river drainage. Chinook and coho spawn and rear. | Recreation | Fish, Wildlife | Puyallup | 1993 | |
| Columbia River | Benton, Franklin, Grant, Yakima | From Priest Rapids Dam downstream to slack water at McNary Pool (Lake Wallula) | 62 | 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. | Cultural, Fish, Wildlife | Upper Columbia-Priest Rapids | 1982 | ||
| Cowlitz River | Lewis | From its source at the Junction of 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. 3, T.11 N., R.5 E. | 47 | 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. | Recreational | Geologic, Scenic | Upper Cowlitz | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Cowlitz River, Clear Fork | Lewis, Yakima | Goat Rocks Wilderness boundary to the confluence with Ohanapecosh River in NW 1/4 of Sec. 31, T.14 N., R.10 E. | 10 | Alpine panoramas to deep forested canyons to gravel bar-floodplain openings. Contains distinctive palisades, most spectacular columnar and site formations in region. | Scenic | Scenic | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| 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. | 8 | Wild | Scenic | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | ||
| 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 | 9 | 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. | Wild | Historic, Wildlife | Skykomish | 1993 | |
| Deception Creek | King | Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary to confluence with Tye River | 1 | 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. | Recreation | Historic, Wildlife | Skykomish | 1993 | |
| 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 | 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. | Recreation | Fish, Wildlife | Stillaguamish | 1993 | |
| Diobsud Creek | Whatcom, Skagit | South section line of Sec. 24 to confluence with Skagit River | 3 | Black-tailed deer, bears, and mountain goats. High quality fishing opportunity. | Recreation | Recreational, Wildlife | Upper Skagit | 1993 | |
| 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. | 9 | Black-tailed deer, bears, and mountain goats. High quality fishing opportunity. | Wild | Recreational, Wildlife | Upper Skagit | 1993 | |
| Dosewallips River | Jefferson | From Claywood Lake in Olympic National Park to Station Creek (SE 1/4 of Section 15, T.26N., R.4W.) | 14 | Mountain meadows, lakes, snowfields, mountain peaks, tumbling water and river canyons. Four salmon species, steelhead and cutthroat trout. | Wild | Fish, Scenic | Hood Canal | 1993 | |
| Dosewallips River | Jefferson | Station Creek to Olympic National Park/Olympic National Forest boundary (SW 1/4 of Section 24, T.26N., R.4W.) | 2 | 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. | Scenic | Fish, Scenic | Hood Canal | 1993 | |
| 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 | 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. | Recreation | Fish, Scenic | Hood Canal | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Dosewallips River | Jefferson | Olympic National Forest/private boundary to Hood Canal | 6 | 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. | Recreation | Fish, Scenic | Hood Canal | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Downey Creek | Skagit, Snohomish | Headwaters on Lizard Mtn. in T.33 N., R.13 E. to Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary | 10 | Diverse population of fish including spring chinook, coho salmon, summer steelhead and Dolly Varden. Northern spotted owl habitat. | Wild | Fish, Wildlife | Sauk | 1993 | |
| Downey Creek | Skagit, Snohomish | Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary to confluence with Suiattle River | 1 | Diverse population of fish including spring chinook, coho salmon, summer steelhead and Dolly Varden. Northern spotted owl habitat. | Scenic | Fish, Wildlife | Sauk | 1993 | |
| Duckabush River | Jefferson | Headwaters near O'Neil Pass in Olympic National Park to Olympic national Park/Olympic National forest boundary | 14 | Mountain meadows, snowfields, major Olympic peaks, waterfalls, cascading water, river gorges, old-growth forests. Salmon, steelhead and sea-run cutthroat trout. | Wild | Fish, Geologic, Scenic, Wildlife | Hood Canal | 1982/ 1993 | |
| 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.) | 5 | 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. | Wild | Fish, Geologic, Scenic | Hood Canal | 1982/ 1993 | |
| 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 | 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. | Scenic | Fish, Geologic, Scenic | Hood Canal | 1982/ 1993 | |
| 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 | 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. | Recreational | Fish, Geologic, Scenic | Hood Canal | 1982/ 1993 | |
| 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.) | 5 | High, open ridges, excellent views of Olympics, snowfields, cascading water, narrow river canyons. Spring and fall chinook, coho and pink salmon. | Wild | Fish, Scenic | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| 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 | High, open ridges, excellent views of Olympics, snowfields, cascading water, narrow river canyons. Spring and fall chinook, coho and pink salmon. | Scenic | Fish, Scenic | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| Dungeness River | Jefferson, Clallam | Silver Creek (SW 1/4 of Sec. 19, T.28 N., R.3W) to Sleepy Hollow/Gold Creek (NW 1/4 of Sec. 8, T.28 N., R.3 W.) | 4 | High, open ridges, excellent views of Olympics, snowfields, cascading water, narrow river canyons. Spring and fall chinook, coho and pink salmon. | Wild | Fish, Scenic | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| Dungeness River | Jefferson, Clallam | Gold Creek/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 | High, open ridges, excellent views of Olympics, snowfields, cascading water, narrow river canyons. Spring and fall chinook, coho and pink salmon. | Scenic | Fish, Scenic | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| 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 | High, open ridges, excellent views of Olympics, snowfields, cascading water, narrow river canyons. Spring and fall chinook, coho and pink salmon. | Recreational | Fish, Scenic | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| Elwha River | Jefferson, Clallam | Former backwaters of Glines Dam at RM 15 to headwaters and all the tributaries that begin in Olympic National Park | 557 | Varied forest stands on steep mountain slopes, peaks, meadows, waterfalls, river gorges, deep pools, rapids, and wilderness setting. Hiking, camping, picnicking, boating, and fishing. | Wild | Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| Entiat River | Chelan | Cottonwood Trailhead to private land boundary | 20 | Originates in steep glaciated valley with rugged slopes and plunges in cascading rapids, riffles and falls to a meandering course in broader valley. | Scenic | Scenic | Upper Columbia-Entiat | 1993 | |
| Entiat River | Chelan | Headwaters to Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary in SE 1/4 of Sec. 27, T.30 N., R.17 E. | 11 | Originates in steep glaciated valley with rugged slopes and plunges in cascading rapids, riffles and falls to a meandering course in broader valley. | Wild | Scenic | Upper Columbia-Entiat | 1993 | |
| Entiat River | Chelan | Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary to Cottonwood Trailhead in SW 1/4 of Sec. 7, T.29 N., R.18 E. | 5 | Originates in steep glaciated valley with rugged slopes and plunges in cascading rapids, riffles and falls to a meandering course in broader valley. | Wild | Scenic | Upper Columbia-Entiat | 1993 | |
| Fisher Creek | Whatcom | Entire segment within Ross Lake National Recreation Area | 13 | Provides views of high mountains, rugged peaks, glaciers, water falls, old growth forest, and pristine stream valley. Backcountry trail and several backcountry camps. | Wild | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic | Upper Skagit | 1993 | |
| Foss River | King | Confluence of East and West Forks of Foss River to confluence with Tye River | 5 | Has many beautiful water falls. Boating, kayaking, hiking, and camping opportunities with main stem Skykomish one of most outstanding rafting and kayaking rivers. Winter range for black-tailed deer and mountain goats. Provides spawning and rearing habitat for numerous anadromous species. Tye River is in Stevens Pass Historic District which represents efforts to build a transcontinental railroad line. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Wildlife | Skykomish | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Grand Creek | Jefferson, Clallam | Entire segment within ONP (Headwaters to Cameron Creek) | 8 | 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. | Wild | Recreational, Scenic | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| Grande Ronde River | Asotin (Wallowa, OR) | From the WSR boundary at Wallowa/Asotin County line downstream to the confluence with the Snake River | 39 | 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." | Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Scenic | Lower Snake-Asotin | 1982 | OR | |
| Granite Creek | Skagit, Whatcom | 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. | 13 | 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. | Fish, Recreational, Scenic | Upper Skagit | 1993 | ||
| Gray Wolf River | Jefferson, Clallam | Entire segment within ONP (Headwaters to Olympic National Park/Olympic National Forest boundary (NW 1/4 of Sec. 17, T.28 N., R.4 W.)) | 9 | 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. | Wild | Recreational, Scenic | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| 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 | Forested mountain slopes, spectacular peaks, tarns and high subalpine lakes, numerous streams, glaciers, abundant wildflowers, and wilderness setting. Excellent hiking trails, fishing, and camping. | Wild | Fish, Geologic, Scenic | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| 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 | 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. | Scenic | Fish, Geologic, Scenic | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| Green River | Lewis, Skamania | MSHNVM boundary to MSHNVM boundary in SW 1/4 of Sec. 32, T.11 N., R.5 E. | 5 | 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. | Wild | Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic | Lower Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Green River | Lewis, Skamania | MSHNVM boundary to point river reenters the MSHNVM in SE 1/4 of Sec. 11, T.10 N., R.5 E. | 5 | 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. | Scenic | Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic | Lower Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Green River | 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. | 3 | 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. | Wild | Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic | Lower Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Greenwater River | Pierce | Headwaters on Castle Mountain in SW 1/4 of Section 5, T.17N., R.11E. to Norse Peak Wilderness boundary | 9 | Principal spawning area for spring chinook. Historic cross-country travel route. | Recreation | Cultural, Fish, Historic | Puyallup | 1993 | |
| Greenwater River | Pierce | Norse Peak Wilderness boundary to the confluence with White River | 14 | Principal spawning area for spring chinook. Historic cross-country travel route. | Wild | Cultural, Fish, Historic | Puyallup | 1993 | |
| Hamma Hamma River | Mason | Forest Road 25 bridge to Lena Creek | 6 | Wide, steep sided valley with distant views of slopes and peaks. Diversity of vegetation offers seasonal color. | Scenic | Scenic | Hood Canal | 1993 | |
| Hamma Hamma River | Mason | Olympic National Forest boundary to Hood Canal | 6 | Wide, steep sided valley with distant views of slopes and peaks. Diversity of vegetation offers seasonal color. | Recreation | Scenic | Hood Canal | 1993 | |
| 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 | 2 | Wide, steep sided valley with distant views of slopes and peaks. Diversity of vegetation offers seasonal color. | Wild | Scenic | Hood Canal | 1993 | |
| Hamma Hamma River | Mason | Lena Creek to Olympic National Forest boundary (SE 1/4 of Section 7, T.24N., R.3W.) | 4 | Wide, steep sided valley with distant views of slopes and peaks. Diversity of vegetation offers seasonal color. | Recreational | Scenic | Hood Canal | 1993 | |
| Hoh River | Jefferson | From Olympic National Park Boundary to the ocean | 29 | 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. | Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Hoh-Quillayute | 1993 | ||
| Hoh River | Jefferson | Entire segment within Olympic National Park | 28 | Spectacular rain forest vegetation, large river, waterfalls, cascades, deep canyons, broad valleys, steep mountain slopes, high alpine peaks. Numerous recreational activities. | Scenic/Wild | Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Hoh-Quillayute | 1993 | |
| Hoh River, South Fork | Jefferson | Entire segment within Olympic National Park | 15 | Spectacular rain forest vegetation, large river, waterfalls, cascades, deep canyons, broad valleys, steep mountain slopes, high alpine peaks. Numerous recreational activities. | Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Hoh-Quillayute | 1993 | ||
| Humptulips River | Grays Harbor | US Highway 101 bridge to its mouth in Grays Harbor | 23 | 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. | Recreation | Fish | Grays Harbor | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Humptulips River | Grays Harbor | Junction with East Fork to the US Highway 101 bridge | 5 | 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. | Recreation | Fish | Grays Harbor | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Humptulips River, East Fork | Grays Harbor | Olympic National Forest boundary to confluence with West Fork Humptulips River | 14 | 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. | Recreation | Recreational | Grays Harbor | 1993 | |
| Humptulips River, East Fork | Grays Harbor | Stovepipe Creek (NE 1/4 of Section 9, T.22N., R.8W.) to Olympic National Forest boundary | 12 | Very high quality recreational values including whitewater kayaking. | Scenic | Recreational | Grays Harbor | 1993 | |
| Humptulips River, West Fork | Grays Harbor | Olympic National Forest boundary to the junction with the East Fork Humptulips River | 13 | 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. | Recreation | Fish | Grays Harbor | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Humptulips River, 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 | 8 | Coho, chum, and chinook salmon, sea-run cutthroat trout, steelhead and resident cutthroat trout. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Scenic | Grays Harbor | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Humptulips River, West Fork | Grays Harbor | Headwaters to the unnamed tributary (south bank) locally called Cambell Creek (NW 1/4 of Section 14, T.23N., R.8W.) | 14 | Coho, chum, and chinook salmon, sea-run cutthroat trout, steelhead and resident cutthroat trout. | Recreational, Scenic | Grays Harbor | 1982 | ||
| Illabot Creek | Skagit | From WSR designation at Rockport Cascade Rd to confluence with Skagit River | 2 | 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. | Recreation | Fish, Wildlife | Upper Skagit | 1993 | |
| Kettle River | Ferry, Stevens | Entire Washington portion | 34 | View of pleasant mosaic of benches, moderate terrain, occasional rock outcrop faces, and grassy slopes. Canoeing and floating opportunities. | Recreation | Historic, Recreational, Scenic | Kettle | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Kettle River | Ferry, Stevens | Entire Washington portion | 29 | View of pleasant mosaic of benches, moderate terrain, occasional rock outcrop faces, and grassy slopes. Canoeing and floating opportunities. | Recreation | Historic, Recreational, Scenic | Kettle | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Klickitat River | Klickitat | From the mouth of the Little Klickitat River to confluence with Wheeler Creek | 9 | Major canyon with high scenic values; fishing and some boating. Important summer Washington steelhead fishing stream. | Fish, Geologic, Scenic | Klickitat | 1982 | ||
| Klickitat, Upper | Klickitat | From southern boundary of Yakima Indian Reservation to the mouth of the Little Klickitat | 17 | 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 | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other | Klickitat | 1993 | |
| Lennox Creek | King | Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary to confluence with North Fork Snoqualmie River | 7 | Important resources for resident cutthroat trout. Lennox River provides extensive winter range for black-tailed deer and mountain goats. N. Fork offers advanced kayaking and canoeing. | Scenic | Fish, Wildlife | Snoqualmie | 1993 | |
| Lennox Creek | King | Headwaters of Lennox Creek in NW 1/4 of Sec. 36, T.25 N., R.10 E. to Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary | 0 | Important resources for resident cutthroat trout. Lennox River provides extensive winter range for black-tailed deer and mountain goats. N. Fork offers advanced kayaking and canoeing. | Wild | Fish, Wildlife | Snoqualmie | 1993 | |
| 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. | 5 | Five large waterfalls on river and many waterfalls on side streams. Hiking, trout fishing, and challenging river rafting. | Wild | Recreational, Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| 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. | 30 | Five large waterfalls on river and many waterfalls on side streams. Hiking, trout fishing, and challenging river rafting. | Scenic | Recreational, Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| 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. | 3 | Five large waterfalls on river and many waterfalls on side streams. Hiking, trout fishing, and challenging river rafting. | Recreation | Recreational, Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| 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 | 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. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational | Lewis | 1993 | |
| 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. | 13 | 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. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational | Lewis | 1993 | |
| 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. | 19 | 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. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational | Lewis | 1993 | |
| 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 | 9 | Successfully reproducing, natural sockeye salmon run. | Scenic | Fish | Wenatchee | 1993 | |
| 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. | 3 | 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. | Wild | Recreational, Scenic | Middle Columbia-Hood | 1993 | |
| 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 | 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. | Wild | Fish, Geologic, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1993 | |
| 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 | 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. | Wild | Fish, Geologic, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1993 | |
| Lost River | Okanogan | Point just north of Lost River Bridge to confluence with Methow River | 0 | 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. | Scenic | Fish, Geologic, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1993 | |
| Methow River | Okanogan | Mouth of Brush Creek to Rattlesnake Creek in SW 1/4 of Sec. 2, T.36 N., R.18 E. | 7 | 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. | Wild | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1982/ 1993 | |
| 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. | 3 | 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. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1982/ 1993 | |
| 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. | 11 | 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. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Methow River | Okanogan | Okanogan National Forest Boundary to back water of Lake Pateros | 65 | 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. | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1982/ 1993 | ||
| 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. | 8 | High mountain ridges, peaks, and Chewuch Falls. Lynx and mule deer populations. Important spawning and rearing habitat for spring chinook and summer steelhead. | Wild | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1982/ 1993 | |
| 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 | High mountain ridges, peaks, and Chewuch Falls. Lynx and mule deer populations. Important spawning and rearing habitat for spring chinook and summer steelhead. | Wild | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1982/ 1993 | |
| 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. | 25 | High mountain ridges, peaks, and Chewuch Falls. Lynx and mule deer populations. Important spawning and rearing habitat for spring chinook and summer steelhead. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Methow River (Chewuch River) | Okanogan | Okanogan National Forest Boundary to confluence with Methow River | 9 | High mountain ridges, peaks, and Chewuch Falls. Lynx and mule deer populations. Important spawning and rearing habitat for spring chinook and summer steelhead. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Miller River | King | Miller River from confluence of East and West Forks of Miller River to confluence with South Fork Skykomish River | 3 | A major western Washington river accessible by highway, close to large urban population. Highly scenic mountain valley. Exceptional boulder and floodway zones. Clear water with rapids, cascades and falls in upper reaches. Braided streamway corridor with outstanding accretion beaches and gravel bars in lower reaches. Substantial runs of anadromous fish and high wildlife diversity. Supports wide variety of recreational boating. Portions are in the State Scenic and Recreational Rivers System. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Wildlife | Skykomish | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Mount Tom Creek | Jefferson | Entire segment within Olympic National Park | 9 | Spectacular rain forest vegetation, large river, waterfalls, cascades, deep canyons, broad valleys, steep mountain slopes, high alpine peaks. Numerous recreational activities. | Scenic/Wild | Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Hoh-Quillayute | 1993 | |
| Muddy Fork Cowlitz River | Lewis, Pierce | Headwaters to upstream of the footbridge | 5 | 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. | Wild | Geologic, Scenic, Wildlife | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Muddy Fork Cowlitz River | Lewis | Footbridge to confluence wiht Nickel Creek | 1 | 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. | Scenic | Geologic, Scenic, Wildlife | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Muddy Fork Cowlitz River | Lewis | Confluence with Nickel Creek to Mt. Raineer Boundary | 3 | 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. | Wild | Geologic, Scenic, Wildlife | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Muddy River | Skamania | (Upper Muddy Segment)Road 83 crossing to confluence with Smith Creek in NW 1/4 of Sec. 15, T.8 N., R.6 E. | 3 | Waterfalls, cascades, and views of Mount St. Helens. Increasing recreation & interpretation use with emphasis on winter sports | Scenic | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| Muddy River | Skamania | (Upper Muddy Segment) Source on Shoestring Glacier in SE 1/4 of Sec. 10, T.8 N., R.5 E. to crossing of Forest Service Road 83 in NW 1/4 of Sec. 20, T.8 N., R.6 E. | 5 | Waterfalls, cascades, and views of Mount St. Helens. Increasing recreation & interpretation use with emphasis on winter sports | Wild | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| Muddy River | Skamania | (Muddy Segment)Confluence with Smith Creek to confluence with Lewis River in SE 1/4 of Sec. 24, T.7 N., R.6 E. | 11 | Waterfalls, cascades, and views of Mount St. Helens. Increasing recreation & interpretation use with emphasis on winter sports | Scenic | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| Napeequa River | Chelan | Headwaters to Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary in Nw 1/4 of Sec. 17, T.28 N., R.16 E. | 17 | Flows through narrow, glaciated valley characterized by towering mountain peaks, impressive alpine glaciers, extensive snowfields, and rugged granitic outcrops. | Wild | Geologic, Scenic | Wenatchee | 1993 | |
| Napeequa River | Chelan | Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary to confluence with White River | 1 | Flows through narrow, glaciated valley characterized by towering mountain peaks, impressive alpine glaciers, extensive snowfields, and rugged granitic outcrops. | Recreation | Geologic, Scenic | Wenatchee | 1993 | |
| Nisqually River | Lewis, Pierce | From Nisqually glacier downstream to Alder Reservoir | 29 | Classic example of Alaska-type glacier fed stream. Cold, silty water in numerous braids, beginning in Mt. Rainer National Park. Course generally broad and shallow with numerous gravel bars and log debris. Essentially undeveloped. | Geologic, Scenic | Nisqually | 1982 | ||
| Noisy Creek | Whatcom | Headwaters on Bacon peak in SE 1/4 of Sec. 29, T.27 N., R.10 E. to Baker Lake | 6 | Deer, bear, mountain goats, bald eagles, osprey and cougar. Supports stands of low elevation old-growth. | Wild | Wildlife, Other | Upper Skagit | 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, Bell Creek | Whatcom, Skagit | Bell Creek headwaters on Loomis Mtn. in NE 1/4 of Sec. 23, T.37 N., R.7 E. to confluence with S. Fork Nooksack River | 3 | Both provide forage and cover for deer and elk. S. Fork provides spawning and rearing habitat for chinook, coho, pink and chum salmon, and other fish species. | Scenic | Fish, Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, Middle Fork | Whatcom | Headwaters on Deming Glacier in NW 1/4 of Section 35, T.38N., R.7E. to Ridley Creek | 2 | Excellent black-tailed deer, elk, and mountain goat winter range. | Wild | Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, Middle Fork | Whatcom | Ridley Creek to the diversion dam in the NE 1/4 of Section 19, T.38N., R.6E. | 10 | Excellent black-tailed deer, elk, and mountain goat winter range. | Scenic | Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, Middle Fork | Whatcom | Diversion dam to the confluence with the North Fork Noosack River | 8 | Excellent black-tailed deer, elk, and mountain goat winter range. | Recreation | Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, North Fork | Whatcom | Headwaters in North Cascades National Park in SW 1/4 of Sec. 30. N., R.10 E. to the Mt. Baker Wilderness boundary in SW 1/4 of Sec. 14. T39 N., R.9 E. | 4 | High flow, glacier-fed river system rising in Mt. Baker-Mt. Shuksan area. Important salmon resource, and good Dolly Varden trout run. Sustains substantial boating use. Winter nesting area for eagles. Many cascades and waterfalls, including Nooksack Falls on the main North Fork. | Wild | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, North Fork | Whatcom | Fish hatchery near Kendall, WA to confluence with S.F. Nooksack River | 5 | High flow, glacier-fed river system rising in Mt. Baker-Mt. Shuksan area. Important salmon resource, and good Dolly Varden trout run. Sustains substantial boating use. Winter nesting area for eagles. Many cascades and waterfalls, including Nooksack Falls on the main North Fork. | Recreation | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, North Fork | Whatcom | Mt. Baker Wilderness boundary to Nooksack Falls diversion dam | 13 | High flow, glacier-fed river system rising in Mt. Baker-Mt. Shuksan area. Important salmon resource, and good Dolly Varden trout run. Sustains substantial boating use. Winter nesting area for eagles. Many cascades and waterfalls, including Nooksack Falls on the main North Fork. | Scenic | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, North Fork | Whatcom | Nooksack Falls power plant to the fish hatchery near Kendall, WA | 19 | High flow, glacier-fed river system rising in Mt. Baker-Mt. Shuksan area. Important salmon resource, and good Dolly Varden trout run. Sustains substantial boating use. Winter nesting area for eagles. Many cascades and waterfalls, including Nooksack Falls on the main North Fork. | Scenic | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, North Fork | Whatcom | Nooksack Falls diversion dam to Nooksack Falls power plant | 0 | High flow, glacier-fed river system rising in Mt. Baker-Mt. Shuksan area. Important salmon resource, and good Dolly Varden trout run. Sustains substantial boating use. Winter nesting area for eagles. Many cascades and waterfalls, including Nooksack Falls on the main North Fork. | Recreation | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, North Fork (Wells Creek) | Whatcom | Road 33 bridge to the confluence with North Fork Noosack River | 4 | High flow, glacier-fed river system rising in Mt. Baker-Mt. Shuksan area. Important salmon resource, and good Dolly Varden trout run. Sustains substantial boating use. Winter nesting area for eagles. Many cascades and waterfalls, including Nooksack Falls on the main North Fork. | Scenic | Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, North Fork, (Wells Creek) | Whatcom | Headwaters at Galena Chain Lakes to the Road 33 bridge, east edge of Section 16, T.39N., R.8E. | 4 | High flow, glacier-fed river system rising in Mt. Baker-Mt. Shuksan area. Important salmon resource, and good Dolly Varden trout run. Sustains substantial boating use. Winter nesting area for eagles. Many cascades and waterfalls, including Nooksack Falls on the main North Fork. | Wild | Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, South Fork | Whatcom, Skagit | Bell Creek to Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie N.F. boundary | 5 | Both provide forage and cover for deer and elk. S. Fork provides spawning and rearing habitat for chinook, coho, pink and chum salmon, and other fish species. | Scenic | Fish, Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, South Fork | Whatcom, Skagit | Headwaters of South Fork Nooksack in SW 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.37 N., R.7 E. to Bell Creek | 3 | Both provide forage and cover for deer and elk. S. Fork provides spawning and rearing habitat for chinook, coho, pink and chum salmon, and other fish species. | Wild | Fish, Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, South Fork | Whatcom, Skagit | Saxon Bridge to confluence with N.Fork Nooksack River | 13 | Both provide forage and cover for deer and elk. S. Fork provides spawning and rearing habitat for chinook, coho, pink and chum salmon, and other fish species. | Recreation | Fish, Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Nooksack River, South Fork | Whatcom, Skagit | Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie N.F. boundary to Saxon Bridge in SE 1/4 of Sec. 21, T.37 N., R.5 E. | 21 | Both provide forage and cover for deer and elk. S. Fork provides spawning and rearing habitat for chinook, coho, pink and chum salmon, and other fish species. | Scenic | Fish, Wildlife | Nooksack | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Ohanapecosh River | Pierce, Lewis | Headwaters below Ohanapecosh Glacier in SW 1/4 of Sec. 35, T.16 N., R.9 E. to confluence with Chinook Creek in SE 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.15 N., R.10 E. | 6 | Rock gorges, waterfalls, pools and plunges, a geothermal spring, and ancient old-growth forests. River is deeply incised exposing volcanic deposits with lower stretch flowing through geothermal spring. Four distinct periods of prehistoric use. | Wild | Cultural, Geologic, Historic, Scenic | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Ohanapecosh River | Pierce, Lewis | Chinook Creek to Mt. Rainier National Park/Gifford Pinchot National Forest boundary in NE 1/4 of Sec. 8, T.14 N., R.10 E. | 7 | Rock gorges, waterfalls, pools and plunges, a geothermal spring, and ancient old-growth forests. River is deeply incised exposing volcanic deposits with lower stretch flowing through geothermal spring. Four distinct periods of prehistoric use. | Scenic | Cultural, Geologic, Historic, Scenic | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Ohanapecosh River | Lewis | Park/Forest boundary to confluence with Clear Fork Cowlitz River in NW 1/4 of Sec. 29, T.14 N., R.10 E. | 3 | Rock gorges, waterfalls, pools and plunges, a geothermal spring, and ancient old-growth forests. River is deeply incised exposing volcanic deposits with lower stretch flowing through geothermal spring. Four distinct periods of prehistoric use. | Scenic | Cultural, Geologic, Historic, Scenic | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Ozette River | Clallam | Entire segment within Olympic National Park | 5 | Huge lake, dense coastal forest, meandering stream, Pacific coastal beaches. Excellent year-around hiking and backpacking, fishing and camping. Used by Makah Indians for fishing. | Wild | Cultural, Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Hoh-Quillayute | 1993 | |
| Palouse River | Whitman, Adams, Franklin | From Colfax downstream to the confluence with the Snake River | 90 | Varies from upper meandered portion to lower canyon with vertical walls cut in Columbia basalt, providing excellent examples of volcanic formations, including Little Palouse and Palouse Falls (185' drop). | Geologic | Rock | 1982 | ||
| Pasayten River | Okanogan | Confluence of Holman Creek with West Fork Pasayten and confluence of unnamed tributary draining Fred's Lake to US/Canadian Border | 17 | Runs through open, high alpine setting to a natural forest setting. | Wild | Scenic | Similkameen | 1993 | |
| Quartz Creek | Skamania | Source in SW 1/4 of Sec. 18, T.9 N., R.9 E. to confluence with Straight Creek in SE 1/4 of Sec. 8, T.8 N., R.8 E. | 8 | Narrow through sections of rock gorge and contains numerous cascades, pools and waterfalls. Numerous very large and attractive western red cedar, Douglas-fir, black cottonwood, and big leaf maple. | Wild | Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| Quartz Creek | Skamania | Straight Creek to confluence with Lewis River in SE 1/4 of Sec. 18, T.8 N., R.8 E. | 2 | Narrow through sections of rock gorge and contains numerous cascades, pools and waterfalls. Numerous very large and attractive western red cedar, Douglas-fir, black cottonwood, and big leaf maple. | Scenic | Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| Queets River | Jefferson | Entire segment within Olympic National Park | 48 | Heavy rain forest vegetation, major river with numerous large and small tributaries, alpine peaks, glaciers, deep canyons, waterfalls. Rich homestead history. | Wild | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Queets-Quinault | 1993 | |
| Quinault River | Jefferson | The mainstem upstream from RM 44.8 where both banks are in Olympic National Park to the headwaters, and all tributaries | 246 | Spectacular high mountain peaks with glaciers and permanent snowfields. High waterfalls in tributaries, deep gorges, cascades, and rapids. Numerous recreational activities. | Scenic/Wild | Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Queets-Quinault | 1993 | |
| Quinault River, North Fork | Jefferson | From headwaters to confluence with Quinault River including all tributaries | 142 | Spectacular high mountain peaks with glaciers and permanent snowfields. High waterfalls in tributaries, deep gorges, cascades, and rapids. Numerous recreational activities. | Scenic/Wild | Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Queets-Quinault | 1993 | |
| Rock Creek | Whitman, Adams, Franklin | Entire length | 57 | Flows through sparsely vegetated channeled scabland region; stream course includes a series of narrow, natural lakes located in small vertical walled canyons cut in Columbia basalt. Good columnar jointing and other geologic formations. Upper portion essentially undeveloped. | Geologic | Rock | 1993 | ||
| Royal Creek | Clallam, Jefferson | Entire segment within Olympic National Park | 6 | Forested mountain slopes giving way to open meadows and bare rock slopes. Evidence of glaciation. Excellent hiking and cross-country scrambling, rock climbing, fishing, and camping. | Wild | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic | Dungeness-Elwha | 1993 | |
| Ruby Creek | Whatcom | Ross Lake National Recreation Area Boundary to slack water of Ross Lake in NW 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.37 N., R.15 E. | 1 | View of spectacular high mountain ridges and peaks. Driving for pleasure, viewing scenery and hiking. Important spawning habitat for Dolly Varden, rainbow and cutthroat trout. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Scenic | Upper Skagit | 1993 | |
| Ruby Creek | Whatcom | Confluence of Canyon and Granite Creeks in NE 1/4 of Sec. 12, T.37 N., R.14 E. to Ross Lake National Recreation Area Boundary in NE 1/4 of Sec. 10, T.37 N., R.14 E. | 2 | View of spectacular high mountain ridges and peaks. Driving for pleasure, viewing scenery and hiking. Important spawning habitat for Dolly Varden, rainbow and cutthroat trout. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Scenic | Upper Skagit | 1993 | |
| Rustler Creek | Jefferson | Headwaters to confluence with the Quinault River North Fork including all tributaries | 48 | Spectacular high mountain peaks with glaciers and permanent snowfields. High waterfalls in tributaries, deep gorges, cascades, and rapids. Numerous recreational activities. | Scenic/Wild | Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Queets-Quinault | 1993 | |
| Sauk River, South Fork | Snohomish | Headwaters in SE 1/4 of Section 28, T.29N., R.11E. to Henry M. Jackson Wilderness boundary | 2 | Dramatic views of rugged mountain peaks. High quality winter range for black-tailed deer. | Wild | Scenic, Wildlife | Sauk | 1993 | |
| Sauk River, South Fork | Snohomish | Henry M. Jackson Wilderness boundary to confluence with Elliot Creek | 9 | Dramatic views of rugged mountain peaks. High quality winter range for black-tailed deer. | Wild | Scenic, Wildlife | Sauk | 1993 | |
| Silesia Creek | Whatcom | Headwaters in North Cascades National Park in NW 1/4 of Section 3, T.39N., R.10E. to the Canadian Border | 11 | Contains large summer range for deer and bear as well as habitat for cougar, bobcats, and mountain goats. Nesting pairs of northern spotted owls. | Wild | Wildlife | Sumas River | 1993 | |
| Siouxon Creek | Skamania | NW 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.5 N., R.6 E. to State DNR S-1000 bridge in NE 1/4 of Sec. 36, T.6 N., R.5 E. | 11 | Subtle beauty below forest canopy and wide variety of water features from pools and riffles to spectacular waterfalls. Hike and view scenery | Wild | Recreational, Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| Siouxon Creek | Skamania | State DNR S-1000 bridge to Yale Reservoir in SW 1/4 of Sec. 26, T.6 N., R.4 E. | 3 | Subtle beauty below forest canopy and wide variety of water features from pools and riffles to spectacular waterfalls. Hike and view scenery | Scenic | Recreational, Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| Skagit River | Whatcom, Skagit | Gorge Powerhouse to Ross Lake National Recreation Area/Mt. Baker National Forest boundary | 11 | Supports diverse fishery population. Various mammals present. Low to moderate gradient stretch of the river with some rapids. | Recreational | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Upper Skagit | 1993 | |
| Skokomish River, North Fork | Jefferson, Mason | Entire segment within the Olympic National Park | 15 | Heavily forested mountain slopes, views of snowcapped peaks, swift-flowing river, tranquil pools, wildflower displays, and wilderness setting. Numerous recreational activities. | Wild | Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Skokomish | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Skykomish River, North Fork | Snohomish | Headwaters in NW 1/4 of Sec. 30, T.29 N., R.14 E. to end of F.S. Road #63 in NW 1/4 of Sec. 10, T.28 N., R.12 E | 7 | Continuously challenging whitewater rafting runs. Hiking, fishing, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing also popular. Numerous wildlife and fish species. Significant population of bald and golden eagles. Key winter range for black-tailed deer. Populations of chinook, coho and pink salmon and steelhead trout. | Wild | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Skykomish | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Skykomish River, North Fork | Snohomish | Road end to Troublesome Creek | 10 | Continuously challenging whitewater rafting runs. Hiking, fishing, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing also popular. Numerous wildlife and fish species. Significant population of bald and golden eagles. Key winter range for black-tailed deer. Populations of chinook, coho and pink salmon and steelhead trout. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Skykomish | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Skykomish River, North Fork | Snohomish | Troublesome Creek to confluence with S.F. Skykomish | 12 | Subtle beauty below forest canopy and wide variety of water features from pools and riffles to spectacular waterfalls. Opportunity to hike and view scenery in an undeveloped setting. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Skykomish | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Skykomish River, South Fork | Snohomish, King | Confluence of Tye and Foss Rivers to confluence with Snohomish River | 50 | Has many beautiful water falls. Boating, kayaking, hiking, and camping opportunities with main stem Skykomish one of most outstanding rafting and kayaking rivers. Winter range for black-tailed deeor and mountain goats. Provides spawning and rearing habitat for numerous anadromous species. Tye River is in Stevens Pass Historic District which represents efforts to build a transcontinental railroad line. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Snoqualmie | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Smith Creek | Skamania | (Smith Creek Segment) Source on Nelson Glacier to confluence with Muddy River in NW 1/4 of Sec. 15, T.8 N., R.6 E. | 8 | Waterfalls, cascades, and views of Mount St. Helens. Increasing recreation & interpretation use with emphasis on winter sports | Wild | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic | Lewis | 1993 | |
| Snoqualmie River, Middle Fork | King | Near community of Tanner to confluence with North Fork Snoqualmie River | 5 | A fixed channel stream of high and moderate gradients rising from a tarn lake amid alpine meadows and rugged mountain slopes. Essentially undeveloped; excellent whitewater opportunities in lower reaches. Resident fish resource. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational, Wildlife | Snoqualmie | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Snoqualmie River, Middle Fork | King | WSR designation on the northern boundary of Sec. 11,T.23 N, R.9 E to location near community of Tanner in NW 1/4 of Sec. 13, T.23 N., R.8 E. | 7 | A fixed channel stream of high and moderate gradients rising from a tarn lake amid alpine meadows and rugged mountain slopes. Essentially undeveloped; excellent whitewater opportunities in lower reaches. Resident fish resource. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational, Wildlife | Snoqualmie | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Snoqualmie River, North Fork | King | Wagner Bridge to confluence with Middle Fork Snoqualmie River | 12 | Important resources for resident cutthroat trout. Lennox River provides extensive winter range for black-tailed deer and mountain goats. N. Fork offers advanced kayaking and canoeing. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational | Snoqualmie | 1993 | |
| Snoqualmie River, North Fork | King | Lennox Creek to Wagner Bridge in NE 1/4 of Sec. 20, T.25 N., R.9 E. | 8 | Important resources for resident cutthroat trout. Lennox River provides extensive winter range for black-tailed deer and mountain goats. N. Fork offers advanced kayaking and canoeing. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational | Snoqualmie | 1993 | |
| Snoqualmie River, North Fork | King | Headwaters of North Fork Snoqualmie at Lake Kanim in SE 1/4 of Sec. 11, T.25 N., R.10 E. to Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary | 2 | Important resources for resident cutthroat trout. Lennox River provides extensive winter range for black-tailed deer and mountain goats. N. Fork offers advanced kayaking and canoeing. | Wild | Fish, Recreational | Snoqualmie | 1993 | |
| Snoqualmie River, North Fork | King | Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary to Lennox Creek | 5 | Important resources for resident cutthroat trout. Lennox River provides extensive winter range for black-tailed deer and mountain goats. N. Fork offers advanced kayaking and canoeing. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational | Snoqualmie | 1993 | |
| Snoqualmie River, South Fork | King | Headwaters at Source Lake in NE 1/4 of Section30, T.23N., R.11E. to the confluence with the Snoqualmie River | 31 | Excellent habitat for black-tailed deer, elk, black bear. Travel route with evidence of mining, railroad and logging activities. | Recreation | Cultural, Historic, Wildlife | Snoqualmie | 1993 | |
| Soleduck River (Sol Duc River) | Clallam | Source north of Haigs Lake in Olympic National Park (SE 1/4 of Section 16, T.28N., R.8W.) to the end of the Soleduck Road (SW 1/4 of Section 33, T.29N., R.9W.) | 8 | Chinook, coho, pink, sockeye, and chum salmon utilize the Soleduck. | Wild | Fish | Hoh-Quillayute | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Soleduck River (Sol Duc River) | Clallam | End of Soleduck Road to the Olympic National Park/Olympic National Forest boundary | 8 | Both fixed and loop meander channel pattern in the lower valley reaches, with low to moderate gradients and flow. Major Olympic drainage flowing through thickly forested areas. Produces some of the largest winter steelhead fish. Flows near well known and developed hot springs area. | Scenic | Fish | Hoh-Quillayute | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Soleduck River (Sol Duc River) | Clallam | Olympic National Park/Olympic National Forest boundary to the confluence of the South Fork Soleduck River | 2 | Both fixed and loop meander channel pattern in the lower valley reaches, with low to moderate gradients and flow. Major Olympic drainage flowing through thickly forested areas. Produces some of the largest winter steelhead fish. Flows near well known and developed hot springs area. | Scenic | Fish | Hoh-Quillayute | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Soleduck River (Sol Duc River) | Clallam | Confluence with South Fork Soleduck River to the Olympic National Park boundary, north bank (SE 1/4 of Section 28, T.30 N., R.10W.) | 3 | Both fixed and loop meander channel pattern in the lower valley reaches, with low to moderate gradients and flow. Major Olympic drainage flowing through thickly forested areas. Produces some of the largest winter steelhead fish. Flows near well known and developed hot springs area. | Recreational | Fish | Hoh-Quillayute | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Soleduck River (Sol Duc River) | Clallam | Olympic National Park boundary to the Olympic National Forest boundary | 11 | Both fixed and loop meander channel pattern in the lower valley reaches, with low to moderate gradients and flow. Major Olympic drainage flowing through thickly forested areas. Produces some of the largest winter steelhead fish. Flows near well known and developed hot springs area. | Recreational | Fish | Hoh-Quillayute | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Soleduck River (Sol Duc River) | Clallam | Olympic National Forest boundary to the Highway 101 bridge near Forks (SE 1/4 of Section 29, T.29N., R.13W.) | 23 | Both fixed and loop meander channel pattern in the lower valley reaches, with low to moderate gradients and flow. Major Olympic drainage flowing through thickly forested areas. Produces some of the largest winter steelhead fish. Flows near well known and developed hot springs area. | Recreational | Fish | Hoh-Quillayute | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Soleduck River (Sol Duc River) | Clallam | Highway 101 bridge near Forks to the confluence with Bogachiel River | 13 | Both fixed and loop meander channel pattern in the lower valley reaches, with low to moderate gradients and flow. Major Olympic drainage flowing through thickly forested areas. Produces some of the largest winter steelhead fish. Flows near well known and developed hot springs area. | Recreational | Fish | Hoh-Quillayute | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Stehekin River | Chelan | Cottonwood Camp to High Bridge Campground | 12 | Flows through spectacular areas ranging from subalpine to dense forest. Fishing, hiking, rafting, and sightseeing. Historical mine, old wagon road, and homesteads. | Scenic | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other | Lake Chelan | 1993/ 2002 | |
| Stehekin River | Chelan | High Bridge Campground to Lake Chelan | 11 | Flows through spectacular areas ranging from subalpine to dense forest. Fishing, hiking, rafting, and sightseeing. Historical mine, old wagon road, and homesteads. | Recreation | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other | Lake Chelan | 1993/ 2002 | |
| Stehekin River | Chelan | Headwaters to Cottonwood Camp | 2 | Flows through spectacular areas ranging from subalpine to dense forest. Fishing, hiking, rafting, and sightseeing. Historical mine, old wagon road, and homesteads. | Wild | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other | Lake Chelan | 1993/ 2002 | |
| Stehekin River, Agnes Creek | Chelan | Stehekin River watershed, Segment 3: High Camp to Lake Chelan Reach: Agnes Creek: From the headwaters to 1/4 mile upstream of the confluence with the Stehekin River | 1 | Flows through spectacular areas ranging from subalpine to dense forest. Fishing, hiking, rafting, and sightseeing. Historical mine, old wagon road, and homesteads. | Recreational/Scenic | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other | Lake Chelan | 1993/ 2002 | |
| Stehekin River, Agnes Creek | Chelan | Stehekin River watershed, Segment 3: High Camp to Lake Chelan Reach: Agnes Creek Tributary: From the confluence with the Stehekin River upstream a 1/4 mile | 0 | Flows through spectacular areas ranging from subalpine to dense forest. Fishing, hiking, rafting, and sightseeing. Historical mine, old wagon road, and homesteads. | Recreational/Scenic | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other | Lake Chelan | 1993/ 2002 | |
| Stehekin River, Bridge Creek | Chelan | Stehekin River watershed, Segment 3: High Camp to Lake Chelan Reach: Bridge Creek headwaters to a 1/4 mile upstream of the confluence with the Stehekin River | 10 | Flows through spectacular areas ranging from subalpine to dense forest. Fishing, hiking, rafting, and sightseeing. Historical mine, old wagon road, and homesteads. | Recreational/Scenic | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other | Lake Chelan | 1993/ 2002 | |
| Stehekin River, Bridge Creek | Chelan | Stehekin River watershed, Segment 3: High Camp to Lake Chelan Reach: Tributary: From the confluence with the Stehekin River upstream a 1/4 mile | 0 | Flows through spectacular areas ranging from subalpine to dense forest. Fishing, hiking, rafting, and sightseeing. Historical mine, old wagon road, and homesteads. | Recreational/Scenic | Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other | Lake Chelan | 1993/ 2002 | |
| Stillaguamish River, North Branch of North Fork | Skagit | Headwaters in NE 1/4 of Section 12, T.33N., R.8E. to the confluence with the North Fork Stillaguamish River | 5 | Spawning and rearing habitat for fall chinook, coho, pink and chum salmon, as well as, summer steelhead and Dolly Varden. Black-tailed deer, bald eagles, and mountain goat. | Recreation | Wildlife | Stillaguamish | 1993 | |
| Stillaguamish River, North Fork | Skagit, Snohomish | Headwaters in SE 1/4 of Section 17, T.34N., R.9E. to the confluence with South Fork Stillaguamish | 50 | Spawning and rearing habitat for fall chinook, coho, pink and chum salmon, as well as, summer steelhead and Dolly Varden. Black-tailed deer, bald eagles, and mountain goat. | Recreation | Fish, Wildlife | Stillaguamish | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Stillaguamish River, South Fork | Snohomish | Canyon Creek to confluence with North Fork Stillaguamish River | 16 | Pastoral scenes in lower valley to extraordinary mountain scenes. Heavy use by kayakers, canoeists, and campers. River is important prehistoric/historic travelway. Extensive winter range for black-tailed deer and bald eagles. Good spawning habitat for chinook, chum, coho and some pink salmon. | Recreation | Fish, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other | Stillaguamish | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Stillaguamish River, South Fork | Snohomish | Headwaters between Morning Star and Lewis Peaks in NE 1/4 of Sec. 14, T.29 N., R.10 E. to Canyon Creek | 37 | Pastoral scenes in lower valley to extraordinary mountain scenes. Heavy use by kayakers, canoeists, and campers. River is important prehistoric/historic travelway. Extensive winter range for black-tailed deer and bald eagles. Good spawning habitat for chinook, chum, coho and some pink salmon. | Scenic | Fish, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other | Stillaguamish | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Taylor River | King | Quartz Creek Road to confluence with Middle Fork Snoqualmie River | 1 | Hunting, camping, and hiking. Excellent resident cutthroat trout populations. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational | Snoqualmie | 1993 | |
| Taylor River | King | Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary to Quartz Creek Road | 6 | Hunting, camping, and hiking. Excellent resident cutthroat trout populations. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational | Snoqualmie | 1993 | |
| Taylor River | King | Snoqualmie Lake to Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary | 1 | Hunting, camping, and hiking. Excellent resident cutthroat trout populations. | Wild | Fish, Recreational | Snoqualmie | 1993 | |
| Thunder Creek | Whatcom | Entire segment within Ross Lake National Recreation Area | 16 | Provides views of high mountains, rugged peaks, glaciers, water falls, old growth forest, and pristine stream valley. Backcountry trail and several backcountry camps. | Wild | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic | Upper Skagit | 1993 | |
| Tolt River, South Fork | King | Headwaters in SE 1/4 of Section 33, T.26N., R.10E. to the Tolt Reservoir | 5 | Important wild trout river. | Recreation | Fish | Snoqualmie | 1993 | |
| Toutle River | Cowlitz, Skamania | MSHNVM boundary to slackwater of Corps of Engineers Sediment Retention Dam in Sec. 32, T.10 N., R.3 E. | 5 | Debris avalanche triggered by 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens considered largest landslide in recorded history. It followed course of Toutle River. Rim, crater, and dome of Mount St. Helens are most significant scenic resources of headwaters. Large wintering elk herd. | Scenic | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Lower Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Toutle River | Cowlitz, Skamania | Source in SW 1/4 of Sec. 28, T.9 N., R.5 E. to western Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument boundary in SW 1/4 of Sec. 1, T.9 N., R.3 E. | 13 | Debris avalanche triggered by 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens considered largest landslide in recorded history. It followed course of Toutle River. Rim, crater, and dome of Mount St. Helens are most significant scenic resources of headwaters. Large wintering elk herd. | Wild | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Lower Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Troublesome Creek | Snohomish | Headwaters at Blanca Lake to Forest Road 63 | 4 | Mountain goats and spotted owls are predominant wildlife. | Wild | Wildlife | Skykomish | 1993 | |
| Troublesome Creek | Snohomish | Forest Road 63 to confluence with North Fork Skykomish River | 0 | Mountain goats and spotted owls are predominant wildlife. | Scenic | Wildlife | Skykomish | 1993 | |
| Tucannon River | Columbia, Garfield | Entire length | 63 | Undeveloped upper portion; flows primarily in flat floored, steep sided valley, past several small lakes. Good example of rejuvenated, underfit stream with present channel flowing within a narrow floodplain, well defined by former mature meander pattern. Excellent fish and wildlife habitat. Some boating. | Fish, Historic, Wildlife | Lower Snake-Tucannon | 1982 | ||
| Twisp River | Okanogan | Confluence of North Fork and South Fork Twisp River to Lake Chelan/Sawtooth Wilderness Boundary in NE 1/4 of Sec. 10, T.34 N., R.18 E. | 1 | High mountain ridges, peaks and natural forest setting.Important summer and winter range for mountain goats and important mule deer migratory route. Spawning and rearing habitat for spring and summer steelhead. | Wild | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1993 | |
| Twisp River | Okanogan | Lake Chelan/Sawtooth Wilderness Boundary to private land boundary near Lime Creek in SE 1/4 of Sec. 18, T.33 N., R.20 E. | 15 | High mountain ridges, peaks and natural forest setting.Important summer and winter range for mountain goats and important mule deer migratory route. Spawning and rearing habitat for spring and summer steelhead. | Scenic | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1993 | |
| Twisp River | Okanogan | Private land boundary near Lime Creek to Okanogan National Forest Boundary in NE 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.33 N., R.21 E. | 10 | High mountain ridges, peaks and natural forest setting.Important summer and winter range for mountain goats and important mule deer migratory route. Spawning and rearing habitat for spring and summer steelhead. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1993 | |
| Twisp River | Okanogan | Okanogan National Forest Boundary to confluence with Methow River | 5 | High mountain ridges, peaks and natural forest setting.Important summer and winter range for mountain goats and important mule deer migratory route. Spawning and rearing habitat for spring and summer steelhead. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1993 | |
| Tye River | Snohomish, King | Headwaters of Tye River in SE 1/4 of Sec. 14., T.26 N., R.13 E. to confluence with South Fork Skykomish and Foss Rivers | 15 | A major western Washington river accessible by highway, close to large urban population. Highly scenic mountain valley. Exceptional boulder and floodway zones. Clear water with rapids, cascades and falls in upper reaches. Braided streamway corridor with outstanding accretion beaches and gravel bars in lower reaches. Substantial runs of anadromous fish and high wildlife diversity. Supports wide variety of recreational boating. Portions are in the State Scenic and Recreational Rivers System. | Recreation | Fish, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Skykomish | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Waptus River | Kittitas | Headwaters to Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary in NW 1/4 of Sec. 4, T.22 N., R.14 E. | 13 | Snowfields, small glaciers, pinnacles and rock faces. Wetland areas featuring large marshes, bogs, ponds, and abundance of beaver activity. | Wild | Scenic | Upper Yakima | 1993 | |
| Waptus River | Kittitas | Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary to confluence with Cle Elum River | 1 | Snowfields, small glaciers, pinnacles and rock faces. Wetland areas featuring large marshes, bogs, ponds, and abundance of beaver activity. | Wild | Scenic | Upper Yakima | 1993 | |
| Wenatchee River | Chelan | Lake Wenatchee to Tumwater Campground in SW 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.25 N., R.17 E. | 19 | Gently rolling, forested terrain to spectacular cliffs, enormous boulders, and cascading rapids. Within traditional fishing grounds of Wenatchi Indians. Has only known petroglyph site on Forest. | Recreational | Cultural, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Wenatchee | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Wenatchee River | Chelan | Tumwater Campground to mouth of Icicle Creek | 10 | Gently rolling, forested terrain to spectacular cliffs, enormous boulders, and cascading rapids. Within traditional fishing grounds of Wenatchi Indians. Has only known petroglyph site on Forest. | Recreational | Cultural, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Wenatchee | 1982/ 1993 | |
| White Chuck River | Snohomish | Headwaters in NW 1/4 of Sec. 36, T.30 N., R.13 E. to Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary | 12 | Flows through rugged mountainous terrain and contins numerous cascades and falls. Abundant recreation activities including hiking, camping, canoeing, and kayaking. Provides habitat for spring chinook, coho salmon, Dolly Varden, and resident rainbow trout. | Wild | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Sauk | 1993 | |
| White Chuck River | Snohomish | Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary to confluence with Sauk River | 13 | Flows through rugged mountainous terrain and contins numerous cascades and falls. Abundant recreation activities including hiking, camping, canoeing, and kayaking. Provides habitat for spring chinook, coho salmon, Dolly Varden, and resident rainbow trout. | Recreation | Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife | Sauk | 1993 | |
| White River | King, Pierce | Headwaters at Emmons Glacier on northeast slopes of Mt. Rainier to Huckleberry Creek | 22 | Magnificent views of Mt. Rainier from river corridor. Variety of recreation activities including rafting, camping, hiking, fishing, and sightseeing. During 1930's was a CCC camp located along river. Excellent deer and elk winter range. Variety of anadromous fish species. Historic period sites representing logging, recreation, and Forest Service administration. | Scenic | Fish, Historic, Recreational, Wildlife | Puyallup | 1993 | |
| White River | King, Pierce | Huckleberry Creek to confluence with Clearwater River | 18 | Magnificent views of Mt. Rainier from river corridor. Variety of recreation activities including rafting, camping, hiking, fishing, and sightseeing. During 1930's was a CCC camp located along river. Excellent deer and elk winter range. Variety of anadromous fish species. Historic period sites representing logging, recreation, and Forest Service administration. | Recreation | Fish, Historic, Recreational, Wildlife | Puyallup | 1993 | |
| White River | Chelan | Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary to point approximately 1/2 mile above Tall Timber Ranch, at east section line of Sec. 13, T.28 N., R.15 E. | 4 | Magnificent views of Mt. Rainier from river corridor. Variety of recreation activities including rafting, camping, hiking, fishing, and sightseeing. During 1930's was a CCC camp located along river. Excellent deer and elk winter range. Variety of anadromous fish species. Historic period sites representing logging, recreation, and Forest Service administration. | Scenic | Fish, Scenic | Puyallup | 1982/ 1993 | |
| White River | Chelan | Headwaters to Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary in SW 1/4 of Sec. 35, T.29 N., R.15 E. | 14 | Plunges through steep-walled glaciated valley bordered by stark mountain peaks, impressive alpine glaciers, and precipitous cliffs. Supports natural run of sockeye salmon. | Wild | Fish, Scenic | Puyallup | 1982/ 1993 | |
| White River | Chelan | Point approximately 1/2 mile above Tall Timber Ranch to Lake Wenatchee | 13 | Magnificent views of Mt. Rainier from river corridor. Variety of recreation activities including rafting, camping, hiking, fishing, and sightseeing. During 1930's was a CCC camp located along river. Excellent deer and elk winter range. Variety of anadromous fish species. Historic period sites representing logging, recreation, and Forest Service administration. | Scenic | Fish, Scenic | Puyallup | 1982/ 1993 | |
| White River, West Fork | Pierce | Entire segment within Mount Rainier National Park | 8 | Close-up views of Mount Rainier, and steep face of its Willis Wall. Crosscountry hiking. Numerous wildlife. River is remote, with access only by trail. | Wild | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other | Puyallup | 1993 | |
| White Salmon River | Klickitat | GPNF boundary to confluence of Gilmer Creek (WSR Boundary) | 18 | Long and narrow gorges, and "lava tube"" caves within the corridor. Areas of old-growth Douglas-fir groves. Regionally significant whitewater boating. Unique because of consistently reliable flows." | Scenic | Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Other | Middle Columbia-Hood | 1993 | |
| Wind River | Skamania | Hemlock Road bridge to Columbia River pool in NW 1/4 of Sec. 27, T.3 N., R.8 E. | 12 | Deep, basalt cliff-lined gorge with distinctive scenery. Unique geological values associated with several thermal and mineral springs. | Scenic | Fish, Geologic, Scenic | Middle Columbia-Hood | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Wind River | Skamania | Headwaters in McClellan Meadows to Hemlock Road bridge in community of Stabler in NE 1/4 of Sec. 26, T.4 N., R.7 E. | 19 | Important anadromous fish stream. | Recreation | Fish | Middle Columbia-Hood | 1982/ 1993 | |
| Wolf Creek | Okanogan | Okanogan National Forest Boundary to confluence with Methow River | 2 | Runs through open alpine and natural appearing forest settings. Mountain goats and mule deer herds. Important spawning and rearing habitat for spring chinook and summer steelhead. | Recreation | Fish, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1993 | |
| Wolf Creek | Okanogan | Confluence of South Fork Wolf Creek with Wolf Creek to Lake Chelan/Sawooth Wilderness Boundary | 6 | Runs through open alpine and natural appearing forest settings. Mountain goats and mule deer herds. Important spawning and rearing habitat for spring chinook and summer steelhead. | Wild | Fish, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1993 | |
| Wolf Creek | Okanogan | Lake Chelan/Sawtooth Wilderness Boundary to Okanogan National Forest Boundary in NE 1/4 of Sec. 6, T.34 N., R.21 E. | 2 | Runs through open alpine and natural appearing forest settings. Mountain goats and mule deer herds. Important spawning and rearing habitat for spring chinook and summer steelhead. | Recreation | Fish, Scenic, Wildlife | Methow | 1993 | |
| Wynoochee River | Grays Harbor | From fish intake dam (SW 1/4 of Section 19, T.22N., R.7W.) to the Olympic National Forest boundary | 5 | Chinook, coho, and chum salmon utilize the river with good habitat. | Scenic | Fish | Lower Chehalis | 1993 | |
| Wynoochee River | Grays Harbor | Clark Creek (SE 1/4 of Section 11, T.23N., R.7W.) to the head of Wynoochee Reservoir | 6 | Chinook, coho, and chum salmon utilize the river with good habitat. | Recreation | Fish | Lower Chehalis | 1993 | |
| Wynoochee River | Grays Harbor | Olympic National Forest boundary to its confluence with the Chehalis River | 46 | Chinook, coho, and chum salmon utilize the river with good habitat. | Recreation | Fish | Lower Chehalis | 1993 | |
| Yakima River | Yakima | Zillah to Prosser (44 rm) | 47 | Scenic, geologically interesting rugged canyon displaying entrenched meanders and cutting through folded basalt. Fish and wildlife (notably bird) habitat; one of few potential wild trout producers. Considerable canoeing, some rafting and kayaking. Very popular swimming and tubing river. Dense and diverse riparian zone. Lower portion displays wide flood-plain characteristics. | Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Wildlife | Lower Yakima | 1982 | ||
| Yakima River | Kittitas | Teanaway, WA, to Highway I-90 at Ellensburg | 25 | Scenic, geologically interesting rugged canyon displaying entrenched meanders and cutting through folded basalt. Fish and wildlife (notably bird) habitat; one of few potential wild trout producers. Considerable canoeing, some rafting and kayaking. Very popular swimming and tubing river. Dense and diverse riparian zone. Lower portion displays wide flood-plain characteristics. | Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Wildlife | Lower Yakima | 1982 | ||
| Yakima River | Kittitas | River Mile 190 to confluence with Cle Elum River | 3 | Scenic, geologically interesting rugged canyon displaying entrenched meanders and cutting through folded basalt. Fish and wildlife (notably bird) habitat; one of few potential wild trout producers. Considerable canoeing, some rafting and kayaking. Very popular swimming and tubing river. Dense and diverse riparian zone. Lower portion displays wide flood-plain characteristics. | Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Wildlife | Lower Yakima | 1982 | ||
| Yakima River | Kittitas | From Crystal Springs to Lake Easton | 11 | Scenic, geologically interesting rugged canyon displaying entrenched meanders and cutting through folded basalt. Fish and wildlife (notably bird) habitat; one of few potential wild trout producers. Considerable canoeing, some rafting and kayaking. Very popular swimming and tubing river. Dense and diverse riparian zone. Lower portion displays wide flood-plain characteristics. | Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Wildlife | Lower Yakima | 1982 | ||
| Yellowjacket Creek | Lewis, Skamania | Road 2809 bridge crossing in SW 1/4 of Sec. 8, T.10 N., R.8 E. to NW 1/4 of Sec. 21, T.11 N., R.8 E. | 7 | Dense forest, narrow canyons and rocky slopes, to wider valleys and braided channels dotted with contrasting hardwoods. Native Americans utilized for thousands of years with exemplary rock shelters in segment 3. | Scenic | Cultural, Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Other | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 | |
| Yellowjacket Creek | Lewis | NW 1/4 of Sec. 21, T.11 N., R.8 E. to confluence with Cispus River in NE 1/4 of Sec. 17, T.11 N., R.8 E. | 2 | Dense forest, narrow canyons and rocky slopes, to wider valleys and braided channels dotted with contrasting hardwoods. Native Americans utilized for thousands of years with exemplary rock shelters in segment 3. | Scenic | Cultural, Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Other | Upper Cowlitz | 1993 |
Last updated: November 30, 2016