The Russian River is the largest river in the Central California Coast steelhead trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) distinct population segment. Natural waterfalls and the two major dams, Warm Springs (built in 1982) and Coyote (built in 1959), have isolated anadromous steelhead from its non-oceangoing rainbow trout form above the impassable barriers.

We split up our Russian River Valley itinerary into three sections: North, Redwoods and Coast. Drive each section by itself, or combine them all into a multi-day excursion through one of Northern California’s most incredible landscapes.

1 day ago · The Russian River near Hopland in Mendocino County, California, is expected to flood following heavy rainfall from an atmospheric river storm, the National Weather Service reports.

20 hours ago · FORESTVILLE, Calif. (KGO) -- A landslide pushed a home into the Russian River Tuesday afternoon in Forestville forcing several to evacuate their homes. Sonoma County fire officials say the home ...

Jun 16, 2023 · In this post, I share the top 25 family-friendly things to do in the towns surrounding the Russian River and – of course – on the river itself. I’ll also cover my favorite places to stay and the best places to grab a bite.

The Russian River’s recreational opportunities to swim, sunbathe, float a tube, canoe or kayak, fish, bird watch, relax, or just get away and connect with nature have drawn visitors and summer residents from the northern California area for over 100 years.

18 hours ago · A house at 12354 Westside Road slid into the Russian River in Forestville, Tuesday, February. 4, 2025. Brian Feulner / Special to The Chronicle

Learn more about the Redwoods and Coast sections of the Russian River Valley itinerary. This guide to the Russian River Valley's northern section explores the towns of Cloverdale, Geyserville, and Healdsburg.

Jan 31, 2023 · When it’s time to get away from day-to-day life, the Russian River is where to go to enjoy wine, dining, kayaking, redwoods, beaches, and more. The moment you take your first breath as you roll into town of Guerneville, the biggest town along the river greets you with the fresh scent of Redwood trees.

Learn about the towns that make up the Russian River Area. The Russian River Resort Area consists of a string of sometimes charming, sometimes off-beat, always interesting towns running along the redwood-studded Russian River from Forestville to the Estuary at Jenner.