OWL CREEK ECOLOGICAL RESERVE
Parks • Weather • Amenities
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-22T02:00:00-08:00
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in California... Mad River near Arcata affecting Humboldt County. Eel River at Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County. Van Duzen River Near Bridgeville affecting Humboldt County. For the Mad River...including Arcata...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Eel River...including Fernbridge...Major flooding is forecast. For the Van Duzen River...Including Bridgeville...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Van Duzen River near Bridgeville. * WHEN...From late tonight to tomorrow afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 18.0 feet, Minor flooding of Highway 36 near Grizzly Creek State Park and in lower portions of the State Park itself. Moderate flooding of River Bar Road in the Starvation Flats area. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1:15 PM PST Thursday the stage was 10.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 17.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late tonight to a crest of 17.6 feet tomorrow morning. It will then fall below flood stage late tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 17.1 feet on 01/18/2016. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
SUMMARY
Owl Creek Ecological Reserve is a protected natural area in northern California. The reserve is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife viewing.
Some of the main reasons to visit Owl Creek Ecological Reserve include its scenic beauty, diverse wildlife, and unique ecological features. Visitors can explore the reserve's forested hills, wetlands, and grasslands, and observe a variety of bird species, including ospreys, bald eagles, and red-tailed hawks.
Other points of interest to see at Owl Creek Ecological Reserve include its historic ranching structures, including a barn, corral, and cabin. The reserve also features a number of interpretive signs and displays that provide information about the area's natural history, ecology, and cultural heritage.
Interesting facts about Owl Creek Ecological Reserve include its location within the Pacific Flyway, a major migratory route for birds that extends from Alaska to Patagonia. The reserve is also home to several rare or endangered plant and animal species, including the red-legged frog, California black rail, and California tiger salamander.
The best time of year to visit Owl Creek Ecological Reserve depends on the visitor's interests. Spring and early summer are the best times to see wildflowers and nesting birds, while fall is a good time to observe migratory birds and changing foliage colors. Winter can be a good time to view waterfowl and other wintering birds, but visitors should be prepared for cold and wet conditions.
