Klamath
11. Ishi Pishi Bridge to Dolans Bar(Ikes Run)
Alerts
Log in to add an alertTo respect Karuk ceremonies, do not put in at George Geary River Access on the lower Salmon or, via any access point, float the Ikes Run from September 17–26, 2025. Do not enter or use the Green Riffle, Ishi Pishi, or Ikes Falls river accesses during this time. Green Riffle is always a required take-out—do not float past it and never attempt to run Ishi Pishi Falls. Forest Service closure orders are in effect during ceremonies but do not fully provide the necessary privacy. Please plan accordingly and respect these cultural practices by following the guidelines above in addition to the closure orders (see river description for more info). Closure Notices: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sites/nfs/files/r05/klamath/publication/alerts/25-05-03_Karuk_GreenRiffle-SIGNED.pdf https://www.fs.usda.gov/sites/nfs/files/r05/klamath/publication/alerts/10-25-04_Karuk_IkesFalls-SIGNED.pdf
Articles
Sep 14, 2022
American Whitewater Supports Return of Klamath River Land to the Karuk Tribe
For decades, the Karuk Tribe of California has been seeking the return of spiritually significant lands along the middle Klamath River and lower Salmon River in the far northwestern corner […]
Apr 9, 2013
Interior Recommends Removing Klamath River Dams
On Thursday, April 4th, the Department of Interior recommended removing four dams on the Klamath River, listing the action as the Preferred Alternative for a long-term solution to address native […]
Dec 17, 2007
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Sep 7, 2000
Top 40 Issue 12: Cheoah River, North Carolina
ISSUE: Hydropower RelicensingGOAL: Restore Cheoah River and whitewater opportunities Current Issue: Tapoco, Inc., a subsidiary of Reynolds Aluminum, is currently relicensing a series of hydropower dams on the Little Tennessee […]