Russian River
Runs south through Mendocino County past Ukiah and Hopland, through the Alexander Valley to Cloverdale and Healdsburg, then bends west past Guerneville to reach the Pacific at Jenner. Lake Mendocino sits near its upper end.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Russian River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 115 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Laughlin Range east of Willits, Mendocino County, California |
| Mouth | Pacific Ocean at Jenner, California |
| State | California |
Coyote Valley Dam forms Lake Mendocino, and Warm Springs Dam holds Lake Sonoma on tributary Dry Creek.
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Russian River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
- California: California Department of Fish and Wildlife ↗
Facts from Russian River (Wikipedia) ↗