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Big-River
Eden Index
Climate
7.1
•
Recreation
5.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Big River, California is located in Mendocino County and is home to the Big River State Park. The coastal community experiences a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and dry summers. The area is characterized by the Big River, which runs through the park and into the Pacific Ocean. The river provides opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The park also features hiking and mountain biking trails that offer stunning views of the river and surrounding forest. The hydrology constituents of the Big River include the tannin-stained water that supports a variety of aquatic life, including salmon and steelhead trout. Visitors can explore the park's diverse ecosystem while taking in the natural beauty of the area.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.1
Big-River receives approximately
138mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 47%
and air temperatures averaging around
23°C.
Big-River has a plant hardyness factor of
9, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Lower Colorado
Area Rivers
Lower Colorado
Snowpack Depths
Lower Colorado
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Colorado
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.8
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vidal Junction Dispersed | None | 917 ft | |||
| Crossroads | 12 | 393 ft | |||
| Quartzite - La Posa | 1000 | 885 ft | |||
| Dome Rock Rd Dispersed | None | 1,147 ft | |||
| Lake Havasu State Park | 42 | 1,015 ft | |||
| La Paz County Park | 150 | 376 ft | |||
| Empire Landing | 56 | 382 ft | |||
| Mayflower Park | 157 | 281 ft | |||
| Lake Havasu Dispersed - RT 95 Area | None | 799 ft | |||
| Cattail Cove State Park | 61 | 497 ft | |||
| Buckskin State Park | 89 | 426 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.