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CRWC is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and improving the health of the Carmel River Watershed for the benefit of the natural environment and the public

10/30/2026

With this year’s abnormally warm sea surface temperatures, water levels are already at higher levels. When king tides (extremely high and low tides) arrive, especially in combination with strong winter storms fueled by El Niño, make sure you’re prepared for coastal flooding.

This article includes dates of king tides at the end of the months of November, December, and January as well as other factors that influence floods this winter.

Coastal flood warnings are up from San Diego to the Bay Area. Here’s why California’s highest tides of the year are running higher than expected.

10/29/2026

Come along on a walk at Dampierre Park! This park, right in Carmel Valley Village, provides an easy access point to the Carmel River and lots of beautiful trails

Come here during the summer to escape the coastal fog and hike the extensive trail network here and swim or hang out along the river banks

You’ll find an oak grove forest and many willow trees along the riparian zone, the critical transition area where land meets a freshwater body

Riparian areas provide many benefits including:
🐦‍⬛ Providing habitat
💧 Helping maintain water quality by filtering runoff
🏞️ Stabilizing stream banks and preventing erosion
🌧️ Reducing floodwater speed and promoting groundwater recharge
🐟 Provide shade, keeping water cool for steelhead trout

The Carmel River is a critical habitat for steelhead trout, requiring connected waterways to swim from sea back upstream to their spawning grounds. During the spawning season, January - April, female steelhead build gravel nests and lay their eggs in shallow upstream waters. For a few years, the young (fry) find shelter along the river’s edge in protected lagoons before they head out to sea

Keep an eye out for these fish and maybe you’ll get to see one!

10/25/2026

A little reminder to slow down and let life flow 🌊

Not everything needs to be rushed, figured out, or controlled. Sometimes, all we need is a moment to pause, take a deep breath, and be present

There’s something beautiful and powerful about a river flowing freely, without dams or barriers. A free-flowing river brings life to everything it touches, nourishes the land, supports wildlife, and connects entire ecosystems. Its natural rhythm is a reminder that movement, change, and connection are essential to life

Like the river, life has its own natural rhythm. Trust the current, embrace the stillness, and remember that it’s okay to simply be

09/11/2026

Here’s a great article on how we can create beaver dam analogues (BDAs) to slow the flow of water the way a beaver dam would. This creates longer periods of stream flows during dry times, providing habitat for fish species. This technique can be used along the Carmel River to support summer flows and steelhead habitat.

Juvenile survival rose and adult returns surged in the Klamath Basin.

09/08/2026

It’s California Biodiversity Week!

This year’s theme is “Biodiversity in Our Spaces.” Spend some time outside this week to discover the biodiversity of the Carmel River with iNaturalist! Anytime you use the app to identify species in our watershed you contribute to our project - Carmel River Watershed

With over 69,000 observations 🔎 of 3700+ different species 🌱 from more than 4800 observers 👩🏻‍🔬, the Carmel River Watershed project holds a breadth of data for scientists of all levels!

Explore your neighborhood, backyard, and nearby park in the watershed to find new species and contribute to community science at the same time

iNaturalist.org/projects/carmel-river-watershed

09/02/2026

Support California’s largest annual volunteer event!

The 42nd annual California Coastal Cleanup Day is Saturday, September 19th from 9 AM to Noon. Join your friends and neighbors at the Carmel River State Beach to remove trash from the shore and inland waterway. Help protest people and wildlife by eliminating plastic pollution before it can cause any more harm.

We will provide cleanup supplies, but please bring sturdy shoes, water, sun protection, and a positive attitude!

Thanks to Save Our Shores and California Coastal Commission for coordinating these events across the region and state. Thanks to our partner Monterey Audubon for helping organize this event!

08/30/2026

Stay aware and updated on the Timber Fire as it continues to burn in Big Sur

Firefighters are using containment lines and past burn areas to manage the Timber Fire, which is currently seven miles from Carmel Valley, while residents are urged to stay prepared. FULL STORY⬇️

08/25/2026

Some good news out of Humboldt!

For the last century, the Potter Valley Project has diverted water from the Eel River south to the Russian River.

08/01/2026

Come say hello to us at the Carmel Valley fiesta today!

07/30/2026

Interesting article on our ocean health with the upcoming super El Niño this winter.

A new study offers one solution.

Address

225 Crossroads Boulevard Suite 322
Carmel, CA
93923

Website

http://carmelriverwatershed.org/

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