How far can you float on Russian River?

Where Does the Russian River Float Start and End? The Russian River is very long, 115 miles to be exact! It runs from Sonoma to Mendocino, but for tubing the Russian River purposes, it is recommended by Sonoma County that you do the 2-mile stretch from Steelhead Beach to Sunset Beach.



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The river's flow rate at the Hacienda Bridge in Guerneville is 450% higher than a year ago at 804 cubic feet per second, versus 146 cubic feet per second on May 11, 2022. Additionally, water temperatures in the Russian River are around 60 degrees in most locations.

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This 5 mile float takes an average 3-4 hours, dependent on water levels as well as the pace of each individual paddler.

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Sandals or water shoes are essential unless your feet are like leather. You'll appreciate a hat for the sun and a reusable water bottle as it gets warm along the river. Some lunch is always nice if planning a day on the river.

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Brown and black bears sometimes appear on the river to scoop salmon from the water. The two-mile, wheelchair-accessible trail to the falls and viewing decks traverses mixed spruce-birch woods filled with forest birds.

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The closure is necessary for public safety due to planned construction involving extensive heavy machinery use. The campground is scheduled to remain closed until May 29, 2024, but may reopen sooner if progress allows.

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Algae, including blue-green algae (aka cyanobacteria), can be normally found in many water environments, such as the Russian River. When high temperatures and increased nutrient levels in the water occur, algae can grow more rapidly than normal.

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