The Yurok Tribe is the largest federally recognized Indian tribe in California and has a reservation that straddles the majestic Klamath River, extending for one mile on each side of the river, from its entry into the Pacific Ocean to approximately 45 miles upriver to the confluence with the Trinity River. The Klamath River supports some of the best salmon fishing in California.

The reservation is also home to some of the largest redwood trees on the world. The Tribe’s major initiatives include: natural resources management, fisheries protection, watershed restoration, dam removal, condor reintroduction, cultural revitalization, language preservation and land acquisition.

SALMON FESTIVAL

The 60th Annual Yurok Salmon Festival is happening on Saturday, August 16, 2025. All are invited to the family-friendly event.

The festival includes: numerous activities for kids, cultural demonstrations, Ney-Puy  Run/Walk 5k, live music and more. The event also features vendors selling high quality, locally made gift items and specialty foods.

"This year, we have every reason to be thankful — the Klamath River looks better than any other time in living memory, a powerful testament to dam removal and restoration," Joseph L. James, Chairman of the Yurok Tribe, said. "We invite the community to join us in celebrating the river's renewal. It fills my heart to see the Klamath healing with each passing day."

For additional information about the Salmon Festival, please contact Matt Mais at mmais@yuroktribe.nsn.us or (707) 482-1350 ext 1356.