Starting in the late 19th century the Eel River supported a large salmon-canning industry which began to decline by the 1920s due to overfishing. The Eel River basin has also been a …

Eel River in California, a habitat for unique species like Pacific Lamprey and threatened salmonids, is crucial for biodiversity. It faces significant environmental issues, including …

The Eel River represents California's third largest watershed. The mainstem flows more than two hundred air miles and travels over 800 river miles from the headwaters above Lake Pillsbury in …

California’s third largest river, the Eel River drains a vast landscape spanning five counties and several wilderness areas in the remote northern reaches of the Golden State.

Feb 23, 2025 · The Eel River once supported annual runs of up to a million salmon and steelhead, and its restoration represents one of California's best opportunities to revive these …

Jun 4, 2024 · The article explores the course, watershed, history, ecology, modifications, and recreation opportunities of the Eel River in California.

The Eel River makes up the state’s third-largest watershed and flows through rugged interior mountains and fog-shrouded coastal rain-forest. The river supports one of California’s largest …

Feb 18, 2025 · The Eel River makes its 100-mile long stretch through some of the most pristine redwood groves in the state. The mouth of the mighty river opens up 15 miles south of Eureka …

The Eel River, winding through the rugged landscapes of Northern California, holds stories beyond the waters. Historically, the Eel has supported one of California’s largest salmon runs, …

Dec 6, 2025 · The Eel River watershed drains 3,684 square miles of California’s rugged North Coast eco-region. This magnificent river system includes not only the south, middle, north, and …