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Put-in WA

Put In

Satsop, Middle Fork - 1. Walter Creek to Baker Creek (Upper Upper) (WA)

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Gauge Conditions
Wynoochee River near Grisdale, WA Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In rapid marks the start of the Middle Fork Satsop's upper section, serving as an immediate test for boaters with its technical entry and potential for wood hazards. The rapid requires careful navigation through a narrow constriction with potential boulder obstacles and uneven water flow, demanding precise boat positioning and quick decision-making. Paddlers should scout carefully and be prepared for potential wood strainers or hidden underwater features that could complicate the initial descent.
Location

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Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
6.5 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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1. Walter Creek to Baker Creek (Upper Upper)
Satsop, Middle Fork
III+(IV) 7.2 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater