Potlatch, Washington

Potlatch, Washington

Potlatch is an unincorporated community in Mason County, Washington, United States. It is located on the western shore of Hood Canal's Great Bend, at the mouth of the Skokomish River.

The town is the site of Potlatch State Park, one of the busiest boat launching ramps on Hood Canal.Fact|date=May 2008 Cabins, a motel, camping, fuel, and dining facilities are also available in or near Potlatch.

Potlatch borders the Skokomish Indian Tribal lands to the south. During shrimp, crab, and salmon harvesting seasons, tribal fishing operations sell their fresh catch.


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