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Trips and Tours in Del Norte County, California

Ancient redwoods reaching hundreds of feet into the sky. Pristine waters of the Wild and Scenic Rivers flow freely as they meander through the forests and empty into the magnificent Pacific Ocean. Del Norte County is a place to let go and enjoy the wonders of unspoiled nature and abundant wildlife in amazing diverse habitats. read more...

You’ll find rugged outdoor adventure like whitewater rafting, kayaking, camping, and fishing that makes your heart pound with excitement. It's where you can take in the fresh sights, sounds and smells of abundant plant, marine and wildlife without interruption from the hurried outside world. Stay with us in a comfortable bed and breakfast, a convenient modern hotel, a rugged fishing cabin, a pretty inn or a family friendly campground. Many of our properties feature ocean-views.

There are trips and tours available for river lovers—try an ehilirating jet boat tour! We have horseback riding for all levels. If you enjoy birding, you have found paradise! Del Norte is famous for our abundant bird population. We offer birding tours year round and other Birding Festivals throughout the year.

Come to Del Norte County to refresh, unwind and have an experience you’ll never forget.

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One of the most spactular worldwide events is coming to our part of the world.  On May 20th and 21st there will be an Annular eclipse of the Sun.  It will be visible within a narrow band of the United States with the center being right above Del Norte County. This is a once in a lifetime event for our area and should not be missed.  We suggest that visitors make hotel and or camping reservations early in order to be here to see this event.
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Smith River Steelhead

Smith River Recreation Area in Del Norte County

Article from The Times-Standard by Dan Bacher

(Smith) Big, bright steelhead are the reward for anglers fishing the Smith River as the river drops from a recent storm. Tim and Susan Carlin of Arnold caught three huge steelhead estimated to be in the 18 to 20 lb. class on Saturday, January 7 while fishing with Kevin Brock of Kevin Brock’s Guide Service. “It’s difficult to weigh wiggling fish in the net,” noted Brock. The steelhead were caught on 8 lb. P-Line CFX leader. “One of them ran 50 yards upstream when first hooked, and just smoked the drag,” stated Brock.

Terry Terlacher reported catching a 14.5 lb. wild steelhead on the Smith River with Kevin Brock on New Years Day. “It was a great way to spend the day,” said the elated Terlacher.

“The Smith River has slowly dropped all week long with nice sunny days and pretty darn good fishing,” said Phil Desautels of Smiling Phil’s Guide Service on January 7. “We have no rain in the forecast, but there are a good number of fish here with very little pressure. All week long there have only been 6 to 10 boats on the river.” “Every boat has been catching fish,” he tipped. “The fish have been spread out everywhere.” Bill and Leora DeBacker of Crescent City landed 4 steelhead including a nice 1pound buck that was almost 38 inches long. Jason Carbaugh from Laytonville and Korey Williams of Ukiah went 2 fish for 4 hook-ups including Korey’s very first steelhead. Mike and Larry Tronstad from Napa went 1 for 4 hook-ups. “All of the fish were caught using a small piece of roe, shrimp pink yarn and Fishpills,” he noted.

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