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Ancestral Lands - A map of the Yurok Ancestral Lands is available at this link (map). The Yurok Tribe’s traditional territory stretched unbroken along the Pacific Ocean from Damnation Creek, its northern boundy to the the Little River drainage basin, its southern boundry and along both sides of the Klamath River to and including the Bluff Creek drainage basin. Located in a very rural area over 70% of the Yurok Reservation has no access to basic telephone or electricity services.
Su-Mey Village located at Patrick’s Point State Park Su-Mey Village located at Patrick’s Point State Park. Visit the recreated Yurok seasonal village - "Su-Mey" - consisting of traditional style family houses, a sweathouse, changing houses, a redwood canoe, and a dance house. The village is used by the local Yurok community for education of their youth and to share their culture with the public. Yearly celebrations are held here and many school groups visit the village when they study California history.
Su-Mey Village was planned and built by the Yurok people working with local park staff. Modern amenities include a nearby parking area, a covered cook shelter, and picnic tables. All of these structures are made from boards split from redwood trees that have fallen in north coast state parks. Stone and other local materials were also used in the structures.
Although the Yurok people had permanent village sites north and south of Patrick's Point, this area was used primarily as a seasonal encampment. The name "Su-Mey" is a place name for the Patrick's Point area. The village is open every day to the public. Adjacent to Sumêg Village is a native plant garden where you will find native plants that were used for baskets, food and medicine. .Hidden Beach Trail – (part of the Coastal Trail) This beautiful 4 mile hike follows coastal bluffs to Lagoon Creek. Turn West from Highway 101 onto Requa Road to get started. Scenic Drive – Klamath Beach Drive is a dirt road and has an alternate route for trailers and RV’s at Alder Camp Road (see map). Enjoy unobstructed views of the mouth of the Klamath and the ocean below at several overlooks. At one overlook, a trail leads to a World War II-era Radar station disguised as a farmhouse and barn. Eight miles down the road you will connect with the Newton B. Drury Scenic Byway in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, home to a resident herd of Roosevelt Elk. Fern Canyon – Fern Canyon is spectacular and well worth the hike. It is a very narrow, very steep canyon, covered in lush ferns. Park in the parking lot and start following the creek upstream. After a few bends of the stream, the canyon gets extremely narrow and extremely green. Make sure you stop and listen to the birds and the water, while you stand in the middle of the canyon, between two cliff faces covered in ferns. Drive on Davison Road, following the signs to Fern Canyon and Gold Bluffs Campground. This is a very narrow dirt road, so no trailers are allowed. When the road reaches the beach, take it all the way to the end. There is a campground and a trailhead, pointing the way to Fern Canyon. Heading North on US 101, turn left onto Davison Road, about 3 miles North of Orick. Heading South on US 101, turn right onto Davison Road, about 2 miles South of Prairie Creek Visitor Center. Fort Ter-Wer California Historic Site number 544 As settlers came to the area to work in the logging industry strife grew between the newcomers and the indigenous people. Fort Ter-Wer was built in 1857 to house army personnel stationed there to keep peace between the settlers and Native Americans. The fort was destroyed by flood in 1861 but it was not abandoned until later in 1862. To get to Fort Ter-Wer, take the highway 169 exit off of Highway 101, also known as the Ter-Wer Valley exit and take Ter-Wer Rifle Rd to the fort. For more information call the Klamath City Chamber of commerce, 541-884-5193
The Redwood National Park Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park
Requa Smokehouse Fishing Guides
Blue Creek Guide Service - The Klamath River, Lower Trinity River, and Smith River in Northern California offer some of the finest fishing in the world. Blue Creek Guide Service is one of the very few Yurok-run guide services on these prime fishing rivers. The Carlson family has lived on the Klamath River for many generations and has a deep understanding of the rivers and the fish of this region. (Link) Other Area Businesses
Jet-Boat Rides- May thru October take a 50-mile scenic ride up the Klamath River. Bring your camera and dress in layers- you won't want to miss this two-hour trip. Enjoy a narrated history of the area, information about the Native American Culture and the area’s wildlife. From the comfort of your seat on the boat you may enjoy sitings of many of the local wildlife such as elk, deer, bears, osprey, fish, hawks, eagles and more. Reservations are recommended but drop-ins are welcome. The Jet Boat Tour office is located on Highway 101, 5 miles south of the trees of mystery. 800-887-JETS (5387) Trees of Mystery – Take a tour through a unique redwood forest filled with impressive carvings and interesting growths. Ride the Skytram, a gondola that takes visitors on an aerial tour through ancient redwood forests. You’ll also find the End of the Trail Museum, a 3,000 square foot space filled with Native American artifacts from all over the United States, including the Yurok Tribe. The collection is expansive and admission is free.
Tour-Thru Tree – Vehicles can drive through the center of a hollowed out tree! Forest Café Crivelli's Deniels Place Raven House Sis' Kitchen Subway Sandwiches & Salads Steelhead Lodge Klamath River Café Requa Inn
Bed & Breakfast Inns Historic Requa Inn Rhodes' End B&B Cabins Woodland Villa Country Cabins and Market Crivellis There are over 1200 campsites available in Klamath. Many offer riverside locations and docks. Some are park-like in their landscaping, some have a lot of organized activities, but one thing all of them have are helpful, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Years and years of experience in pleasing the RVing public just about guarantees your stay will be fun, entertaining and pleasant! Arbor Glen Mobile Home & RV Park Camper Corral Chinook RV Resort Golden Bear RV Park Kamp Klamath Mystic Forest RV Park Panther Creek RV Resort Village Mobilehome & RV Park Lodges, Hideaways & Hostels Steelhead Lodge Motels Motel Trees Ravenwood Motel For more information:
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