The Sauk is the largest tributary to the Skagit River, flowing out of the Western Cascades. Part of the Wild and Scenic River System, anglers from across the country are drawn to the Sauk's top-notch salmon and steelhead fishery. The Sauk is also a popular boating river. Western Rivers Conservancy completed a series of acquisitions in the 1990s to preserve the Sauk's outstanding fishery, protect its wilderness headwaters and provide recreational access.
Sauk River (1993)- The Sauk is a restless, undammed river that likes to change course from time to time. In 1992, the shifting river bed threatened two twenty-acre sites with homes, and the landowners asked for help. More...
South Fork Sauk River (1994) - To prevent gold mining and logging in the headwaters of the South Fork Sauk River, Western Rivers Conservancy purchased 154 acres of patented mining claims in the Henry M. Jackson Wilderness Area. More...
Sauk River Boating Access (1998) - In addition to its fish and wildlife values, the Sauk is a very popular boating river. Western Rivers Conservancy purchased the ideal location for boat access along the lower Sauk and conveyed it to the public. More...
Sauk and Suiattle Rivers confluence (2000) - Western Rivers Conservancy continued its efforts in the year 2000 to protect sensitive lands along the Skagit National Wild & Scenic River system by purchasing the Sauk and Suiattle Rivers confluence. More...
