Skykomish Area
Leavenworth, Washington
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47°50'15.1"N 121°39'32.2"W Maps | Directions |
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Swim
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Leavenworth, Washington
- Head south on Evans St toward US-2 W (52 ft)
- Turn right onto US-2 WDestination will be on the left(69.3 mi)
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