Russian River Learning Center

The 1,485-square mile Russian River watershed is home to a variety of native plants and animals, including three species of salmonids and some unique organisms that are only present here (endemic). See the resources below to learn more about the watershed, our native fish and conscious angling tips.

Russian River Watershed Map

The Russian River estuary, taken from the mouth looing upstream.

Salmonid Identification 


A coho salmon smolt in an underwater viewing chamber

Russian River Native Fish

An underwater photo of a Russian River Tule Perch, an endemic species.
An underwater photo of a Russian River Tule Perch, an endemic species.

Angler Resources