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South Fork Eel River Access

South Fork Eel River Access provides multiple public access points for swimming and paddling in Humboldt County, with notable locations including Gould Bar (featuring two large swimming holes accessible via a short drive or hike from the Visitor Center) and High Rock bar (offering several placid swimming sites).

The South Fork flows through scenic redwood forests near Humboldt Redwoods State Park and offers Class II water suitable for recreational paddling, with access points ranging from Big Bend near Leggett downstream through various state parks and recreation areas.


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