​Russian River Estuary

 Sharing the best ways to view since 1987

Protected Wildlife Habitat

Marine Protected Area: Ocean and River Nursery

Bald Eagle, Seal Pups, Otter, Whale, Many Birds

 

Deadly River Mouth Currents and Ocean Waves: Stay Back!

"Stay back at least 150 feet" from resting or feeding wildlife. Red Flag Limit

"Feeding and Disturbing Wildlife Prohibited"

See Map of restricted areas

Fall into Spring: Currents upstream are often swift when tidal estuary is calm with incoming tide. Coastal mornings start warmer with sun and rare inland tule fog.

    

Estuary Forecast: 12/09/24

"Free Dry Bag and Thin Outerwear use"

Reservations Required: Call at least a day prior

No "Acts of Nature" cancellation fees.

Beginner friendly rental start times

   

Mon: Mostly clear: Start 10AM-1PM

Tue-Wed: Overcast, Calm. Reserve Wed a day prior:

Thur-Sat: Temps drop. Chance of rain : Closed?

Sun: Calm, Clearer, Warmer: Start 10AM-1PM

Next Mon: Temps drop. Chance of rain : Closed?

Next Week: Forecast warmer and clear: Start 10AM-1PM

Check back for our forecast updates.

Reserve Early for the Winter Holiday Break

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Ocean Tides: Goat Rock Beach

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See our safety page for  apps to track local conditions.

Forecasts can and do change. Nobody can be held responsible for full forecast accuracy.