Eel, Middle Fork
Black Butte River to Dos Rios
| Difficulty | II-III(V) |
| Length | 32.3 mi |
| Avg Gradient | 18 fpm |
| Gauge | Mf Eel R Nr Dos Rios Ca |
| Flow Rate as of 1 hour | 258 cfsbelow recommended |
| Reach Info Last Updated | November 30, 2023 |
River Description
One of the finer multi-day wilderness trips in the state! Mostly scenic Class I-II through rolling green oak woodlands and chaparral with maybe 4 Class III rapids and a longish, scrambly portage around a Class IV or V boulder garden (not too bad for packrafts). A terrific way to explore the Mendocino National Forest.
Shuttles can be arranged at the Black Butte River Ranch. Don't leave your car at Dos Rios unless it's through these folks – the area is known for car burglary and theft.
See also:
- Menten
- Cassady & Calhoun
- Holbek & Stanley
- Schwind
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Distance: 32 mi
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Trip Reports
Log in to add a reportHow have I never heard of this run? Totally remote, quiet. The water is gorgeous green-blue. A perfect packraft trip – they especially came in handy at the Coal Mine Falls portage.