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About Darrington, Washington

Darrington is a locality in Snohomish County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,412. The population density is 280.3 people per km². Darrington is located at 48.2554°N, 121.6015°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98241.

Darrington sits at the confluence of the Skykomish River and its tributaries, a verdant embrace of the Cascade foothills. It lies 12.7 miles south-south-east of Skagit, WA (from Skagit, WA: bearing 157°T), and is situated 6.2 miles east-south-east of Swede Heaven. Here, the air carries the damp, clean scent of pine needles and the distant murmur of rushing water, a constant companion to the quiet hum of this northwest community. Towering Douglas firs and cedars form a dense, emerald canopy that softens the sunlight, casting a dappled, almost ethereal glow upon the forest floor, while the broad, grey ribbon of the Skykomish River carves its patient path through the valley, reflecting the ever-changing sky. The surrounding landscape is a testament to the raw, untamed beauty of the Pacific Northwest, a place where nature’s grandeur is not just observed, but deeply felt in the very texture of the land. The history of Darrington is deeply entwined with the logging industry, a legacy evident in the sturdy, practical architecture of its buildings and the quiet resilience of its people. For generations, the bounty of the surrounding forests provided the lifeblood of the local economy, shaping the character and traditions of this close-knit community. While the timber harvests have shifted and evolved, the spirit of hard work and a deep respect for the natural world remain. Today, Darrington also draws visitors drawn to its proximity to the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, a vast expanse offering unparalleled opportunities for hiking, camping, and exploring the wild heart of the Cascades, and the distinctively clear, cool air here seems to hold the quiet wisdom of the mountains themselves.

About This Darrington Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Darrington, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 48.255387, -121.601514. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Darrington and Snohomish County.

Detailed location data for Darrington includes the ZIP code (98241), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of Snohomish County (Everett), and school district assignment (Darrington School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Darrington is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.